MEGA Mentors Community, Meadowbrook and Thomas Dale High Schools

MEGA Mentors YOUR School Program Overview/Purpose Student Participant Selection Mentor and Student Expectations Review Topics & Schedule Q & A 2 2

WHO YOUR School Students selected by the school Cross section of students Parental/Guardian approval YOUR Coordinator’s name, Program Coordinator is essential

Mentor and Mentee Expectations Mentors Be on time for each session. If you will not be present, please contact your partners or MEGA School Coordinator Dress should be business casual ( jacket for men are preferred). No jeans, shorts, etc… Mentors are facilitators… ask questions and listen, share your experiences and ask for feedback. Document student attendance and participation. Bring picture I.D. for first visit to the school for security clearance. Check in at the main office. Respect your students.

Mentor and Mentee Expectations Mentees Be on time for each session. Demonstrate respect for yourself and others. Allow others to speak and do not interrupt them. Everyone makes mistakes -laughing at those mistakes is a sign of disrespect. Help everyone learn by sharing your time and attention. Be responsible for your actions (speak up, participate, no disciplinary action is acceptable, inappropriate behavior means immediate removal from the program). Participation is expected. (This means speaking up in sessions, completing assignments, and keeping your grades up). Your personal effort to make your life better is expected. That means we will help you if you help yourself. Achievement … Set your goals, measure your progress, no matter what – stay on course You will be asked to set goals for this school year and note how you will know whether you have met your goals.

Mentor and Mentee Expectations Mentees This year we will measure progress on the following: Grades/ Performance ( ED LINE) Participation (Attendance, completing assignments, speaking up, demonstrating effort) Discipline ( Record and note disciplinary action, inappropriate behavior) Student goals Successfully demonstrating progress in the areas above will earn: Recognition at the end of the year Additional support from the mentors Washington DC field trip at the end of the year and others during the year Young men are asked to dress appropriately. NO SAGGING ALLOWED!!! NO HATS or CAPS inside. Young women are asked to dress appropriately. No short skirts or shorts.

TOPICS/ACTIVITIES Relevant Activities Video/Activity/Discussion Storytelling Attire (Dress for Success) Skits and Role Playing Positive Rap Use Music and Music Videos for Discussions Journal/Homework Essay

**Note: Meeting times and dates are subject to change. Calendar Proposed Schedule: Meeting times and dates 9th Grade First year High School students Bimonthly 1st and 3rd Weeks Times: TBD Location: TBD 10th Grade Second year High School students 2nd and 4th Weeks **Note: Meeting times and dates are subject to change.

**Note: Meeting times and dates are subject to change. Calendar Proposed Schedule: Meeting times and dates 11th and 12th Graders At least Third year High School students Bimonthly 1st and 3rd Weeks Times: TBD Location: TBD **Note: Meeting times and dates are subject to change.

Calendar 9th Grade **2013 - 2014 Schedule and Topics: October – Review of Program rules and expectations October – Transition to High School - Part 1 November – Transition to High School - Part 2 November -Using Goals to build a solid foundation toward career goals December – Student /Teacher relationships: Working together to improve grades January 2014 – Brand Building January 2014 – Time Management February - Public Speaking: Historical person in Science – Part 1 February – Public Speaking: Historical person in Science – Part 2 March – Relationships: School is more that a social gathering – Part 1 March – Relationships: School is more that a social gathering – Part 2 April - Social Networking: I know you did not put that on your social network! April – Finding a Summer Job May - Basic Financial Skills – Guest Lecturer May – Community Service project June – TBD **Note: Monthly topics are subject to change.

Calendar 10th Grade **2013 - 2014 Schedule and Topics: October – Review of Program rules and expectations October – Goal Setting: Review and modify 9th Grade goals – Part 1 November – Goal Setting: Review and modify 9th Grade goals – Part 2 November - Working with your teachers and mentors to get help December – Brand Building: Are you pleased with your brand? January 2014 – How to build positive relationships (win-win) – Part 1 Guest Lecturer January 2014 – How to build positive relationships (win-win) – Part 2 Guest Lecturer February - Public Speaking: Historical person in Business – Part 1 February – Public Speaking: Historical person in Business – Part 2 March – Thinking outside the box: Dare to be different! March – Career Planning: Careers and Higher Education – Guest Lecturer April - Jobs that will help you obtain your career goals April – Resume Building – Part 1 May - Resume Building – Part 2 May – Community Service project June – TBD **Note: Monthly topics are subject to change.

Calendar 11th and 12th Graders **2013 - 2014 Schedule and Topics: October – Review of Program rules and expectations October – Goal Setting: Review and modify 10th Grade goals November – Seeking first to understand before seeking to be understood – Guest Lecturer November – Relationship Building – Part 1 December – Relationship Building – Part 2 January 2014 – Applications for Advanced Learning (Colleges, tech school, etc) – Part 1 January 2014 – Applications for Advanced Learning (Colleges, tech school, etc) – Part 2 February - Public Speaking: Historical person in Education – Part 1 February – Public Speaking: Historical person in Education – Part 2 March – Conflict Resolution: How to resolve conflicts with others – Part 1 – Guest Lecturer March – Conflict Resolution: How to resolve conflicts with others – Part 2 – Guest Lecturer April - Perception: What is my image? April – College Tour May - College/ Career Tour May – Community Service project June – TBD **Note: Monthly topics are subject to change.

**Note: Monthly topics are subject to change. General Calendar 9th Grade Calendar and Monthly Topics October Setting Expectations, Transition to High School November Student/Teacher/Mentor Relationships December Goal Setting, Community Service with the School January Brand Building, Time Management February Public Speaking March Relationships: Male/Female/ Peers April Finding a Summer Job May Basic Financial Skills, Community Service **Note: Monthly topics are subject to change.

**Note: Monthly topics are subject to change. General Calendar 10th Grade Calendar and Monthly Topics October Setting Expectations, Goal Setting November Student/Teacher/Mentor Relationships December Brand Building January Brand Building, Relationship Building February Public Speaking March Thinking Outside the Box April Career Building, Finding a Summer Job May Basic Financial Skills, Community Service **Note: Monthly topics are subject to change.

**Note: Monthly topics are subject to change. General Calendar 11th and 12th Graders Calendar and Monthly Topics October Setting Expectations, Goal Setting November Student/Teacher/Mentor Relationships December Goal Setting, Community Service with the School January Financial Aid for Higher Education or Careers, Networking February Public Speaking March Conflict Resolution April Image Management , College/Work Tour May Community Service **Note: Monthly topics are subject to change.

Major Changes to the MEGA Mentors Program for this school year Contract between students, parents and mentors Changes to the Parental Consent form Students will provide progress reports (Grades, etc.) Commitment to fully participate in Forums and other MEGA Events Plans for Afterschool Tutoring sessions 2-4 pm (Middle School Only) SAT/ACT Prep Classes are being developed 16

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