1. FIRST Robotics Competition Kickoff Workshops January 5, 2007 Mentor Recruitment and Retention Kathie Kentfield, Director Non-Engineering Mentor Organization (NEMO)

2. FIRST robotics programs teams are constantly in a sea of change.

3. Every team faces tough sailing through these rough waters.

4. Who’s at the helm? Loss of mentors often means loss of team.

5. Getting and keeping mentors are within reach with a seaworthy plan.

6. Create your Mentor Plan to sail there smoothly.

7. Why a mentor plan?

8. 1. Assists in recruiting mentors

9. Define goals of team and establish expectations.

10. Identify recruiting resources and advertise.

11. Interview!

12. 2. Assists in retaining mentors

13. Head off problems.

14. Recognize mentors’ contributions.

15. Protect against burnout.

16. Create your Mentor Plan and your team will make headway.

18. Create a mentor plan.

19. Choosing the right mentor – and keeping him/her happy – equals smooth sailing.

20. Happy mentors = a happy team!