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A.I.M.Adolescents in MotionMentoring ProgramTameka D. Gaddy,
M.Ed.Intervention Resource FacilitatorGeneral Smallwood Middle
SchoolIndian Head, Maryland
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A.I.M. OverviewFourth Year of ImplementationFocus on academic,
behavioral, social areasCore, focus group of studentsPrimarily
serves students at the Secondary Prevention Level under the PBIS 3
Tier Model
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Creation of A.I.M.Check and ConnectNew AdministrationGraduate
School Evaluation ClassCreation of A.I.M. TeamCheck and Connect
CoordinatorSchool PsychologistCreation of Program ComponentsLogo
Creation
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Mission StatementTo provide students with the necessary tools to
achieve academic, social, and personal success through the
commitment of parents, teachers, mentors, and students in order for
the students to reach their full potential and become productive
members of society
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GoalsTo increase academic achievementTo increase social skill
competencyTo increase self-efficacy
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ObjectivesTo decrease the number of behavioral referrals
obtained by the students by 20% over the course of the school
yearTo increase academic achievement based on quarterly report
cards and interims by 20% over the course of the school year
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ActivitiesMentor/Mentee MeetingsWorkshopsFieldtripsGuest
SpeakersFundraisersPortfolio Development (mirrors Charles County
High School guidelines)
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A.I.M.Key Focus StatementTogether, parents, staff, and mentors
can make a difference in the lives of the most important part of
our program.our students!SloganBringing School, Home, &
Community A Little Closer
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SitesCore: General Smallwood Middle School Feeder Schools:
Indian Head ES, Mt. Hope/Nanjemoy ES, and Gale-Bailey ESConsultant
for other County Programs
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Who are the Students?Student Selection3 areas of concern:
academic, behavioral, attendance progressCheck and Connect Model
used as a guide Check: daily and weekly monitoring following up
with communication with families. Connect: communication with
families and students regarding relationships, school progress, and
problem-solving strategiesSST Referral or Administrative
ReferralOnce selected, mentees will complete the Mentee Orientation
and fill out a Mentee Profile Sheet
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Who are the Students?Academic: GPA at least a 1.00Behavior: Not
in imminent danger of ExpulsionAttendance: Must be in fair
standingPer student interview, open to change and willingness to
learn techniques/strategies in order to become a better student in
all areas
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Who are the Mentors?Community MembersStaffHigh School
StudentsOlder Peers
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Selection Process for MentorsApplicationReference CheckInterview
with the Coordinator and PrincipalFingerprintedIf selected, ALL
mentors MUST complete the Mentor Orientation and fill out a Mentor
Profile SheetIn cases of minors who apply to be mentors, a parent
permission slip is necessary
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Mentor/Mentee Sessions45 minutes to 1 hour per week or 3 hours a
monthOn school property, during the school day, during the mentees
elective periodUse student data portfolio to review mentee
progressSession activitiesOutside of school, it is up to the
parent/guardian to give permission for mentor/mentee outingsthis is
discussed during the sign-up period with the parent and mentor!
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Peer-to-Peer, Relating to Adults, Self-ManagementSocial
SkillsConflict ResolutionAnger ManagementResponsible
BehaviorEtiquettePortfolio DevelopmentFinancial EducationTime
ManagementNote Taking
workshops
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Anger Management UnitAnger Thermometer Activity4 Volunteers
Example Workshop Activities
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Student Report Rankings (Likert Scale)Student Classroom
ChecksStudent Interim Reports/Report CardsStudent Feedback
ReportsMentor Feedback ReportsMentor Log SheetsStudent Data
PortfoliosStudent Created Portfolios
Data collection
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KEY~KEY~KEY-Build a good rapport with the students-Build a good
rapport with the parents-Build a good rapport with the
mentors-Build a good rapport with the community
Relationship Building
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Be Firm and Fair with the studentsThink outside of the
boxStudent AdvocateParent LiaisonFace to the communityLISTEN!!!Make
good phone callsPraise students for success no matter how small!
Correct misguided behaviors no matter how small!
Relationship Building
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Tri-County Youth Services BureauSchool Based TherapistSelected
Students from A.I.M. that meet TCYSB criteriaPupil Personnel Worker
(PPW)Hiatus CoordinatorJuvenile Resource OfficerNetwork of Support
on Campus
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Where to Start? Evaluate the needs of your schoolCreate a
teamName your programDesign your program Select studentsSelect
mentorsMatch up mentee/mentors via Profile SheetsSet up mentee and
mentor orientation datespermission slips, set mentor date as the
start dateMeet and Greet
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Recap Stage 1 Evaluate the needs of your schoolsCreate your team
-Stage 2 Stage 3 Create program components; Collaborate with
District if need be for regulationsCreate a student list and
recruit mentors -Stage 4 Stage 5 Set up Mentee Orientation and
Mentor OrientationPermission Slips; Match Up Mentees/Mentors- Stage
6 Stage 7 Meet & Greet Monitor the Program -Stage 8
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Chatter Box Slide
Questions?
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