MentoringSY 08-09

Randolph-Macon Academy

Why do we mentor?

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.

Who do we mentor?

Contemporary events

Racially/ethnically diverse

Empowered

Who do we mentor?

Special•The MOST wanted

Sheltered•Protected by their parents

Confident•Can do ANYTHING!

Who do we mentor?

Team-Oriented•More reliant on peer to peer

Conventional•Millennials like rules

Pressured•High pedestals

Who do we mentor?

Achieving• Over Achievers Tech-Savvy• Click, click, click.

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.

How do we understand them?

Fun and

Humor

Life plan

Flexible

Collaborative

Structure

Respect

How do you relate?

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?

What happens during mentoring?

What to expect….

•Home sick

•Conflicts

What else to do?

•Celebrate rituals•Write letters home•Attend functions•Off campus lunch

Communication

Which do you remember?

Who are the parents?

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

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!

Why do we mentor?

Generation Next?

WHO ARE WE MENTORING

NEXT?