1. KNR 364 “Many of us carry memories of an influential teacher who may scarcely know we existed, yet who said something at just the right time in our lives to snap a whole world into focus.” Laurent A. Daloz

2.  Public school teachers leaving the profession during their first year?  9.3%  Public school teachers leaving the profession within their first 5 years?  An additional 30%

3.  Define mentoring  Have you been mentored?  Describe 2 ways you have been mentored at ISU  What’s harder – being a mentor or a mentee?  In what way(s) do you think you will need mentoring next semester? That is, how can a mentor help you during Student Teaching?  You are mentoring a new PETE student at ISU – what are some things you could do for your mentee?

4.  Transitioning to a new environment  Retaining quality teachers  Improved morale and collegiality  Improved teaching  improved student performance

5.  Layout of the school  How things work at the school (office supplies to attendance policies)  Curriculum  Assessments  Make personal connections  Instructional support

6.  Seek out a mentor and ask questions  Get to know all school personnel  Get to know your administration  Observe other teachers (ask your students who the best teachers are)  Join a professional organization (instant networking and professional development)