Go to A New Day for Learning, Part Two 
PASA Table of Contents
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Overview
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Lessons
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Videos and Tips
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Articles
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Contacts
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The Merit of PASA Mentors
Program participants, the PASA director, and community professionals talk about the rewards of connecting with students. Plus, tips for new mentors and resources for recruiting, becoming, and developing mentors.
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Release Date: 01/15/09
Running Time: 04:00
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Mentoring Tips
Mentors function as kids’ bridge to reality. But often hindered by lack of training and time, how do mentors make a lasting impression? Seasoned mentors and educators share their tips:
- Be enthusiastic and passionate. Motivated mentors make for motivated kids.
- Be organized, detailed, and flexible. Keep students engaged by adapting to their individual needs.
- Give students your full time and attention. Get to know them to make a real connection.
- Develop a manageable but usable project. Make it easy to create but not easy to waste.
- Encourage students to share with others. This builds a sense of community.
- Finally, just be yourself.
