![Page 1: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
MentoringSY 08-09
Randolph-Macon Academy
![Page 2: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Why do we mentor?
![Page 3: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
What defines our mentees?
The world they live in and the people who surround them shape all aspects of their lives including how they learn and communicate.
![Page 4: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Who do we mentor?
Contemporary events
Racially/ethnically diverse
Empowered
![Page 5: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Who do we mentor?
Special•The MOST wanted
Sheltered•Protected by their parents
Confident•Can do ANYTHING!
![Page 6: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Who do we mentor?
Team-Oriented•More reliant on peer to peer
Conventional•Millennials like rules
Pressured•High pedestals
![Page 7: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Who do we mentor?
Achieving• Over Achievers Tech-Savvy• Click, click, click.
![Page 8: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
About those video games/texting/IM
Create hierarchies of short term and long term goals
Reinforce step progression and structure.
Alter paths of dopamine to the brain for rewards for seeking behavior and rewards tied to curiosity versus authentic achievement.
![Page 9: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
How do we understand them?
Fun and
Humor
Life plan
Flexible
Collaborative
Structure
Respect
![Page 10: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
How do you relate?
![Page 11: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Questions to consider
Do you want their input?
Shorter Assignments? More examples? More Models?
Cheerleader ?
Does group learning appeal to you?
Are you ready for knowledge to be challenged?
Giving partial credit for assignments? Extra credit?
Plagiarism exists and there’s nothing wrong with it?
![Page 12: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
What happens during mentoring?
![Page 13: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
What to expect….
•Home sick
•Conflicts
![Page 14: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
What else to do?
•Celebrate rituals•Write letters home•Attend functions•Off campus lunch
![Page 15: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Communication
![Page 16: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Which do you remember?
![Page 17: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Who are the parents?
![Page 18: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
What about the Boomers?
Baby Boomers IDEALISTS 43-60 years old
Pleasant, personal
Don’t put them on the spot, prepare!
Be polite, please, thank you
Never rush
Don’t let them be intimidated by the technology
All equal
![Page 19: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
What about Gen Xers?Gen X’ers REACTIVE 22-42 years old
Be specific with information, outcomes and expectations, don’t speak just to the mission
Talk, converse, be personal, humor is important
Visual and dynamic
Education is the way to get ahead
Do not like group work
Blunt and to the point
Coaching works!
![Page 20: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
Why do we mentor?
![Page 21: Mentoring SY 08-09 Randolph-Macon Academy. Why do we mentor?](https://reader031.vdocuments.mx/reader031/viewer/2022012922/551aeede5503466b6a8b628e/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
Generation Next?
WHO ARE WE MENTORING
NEXT?