ICDA  piloted a mentorship program  in August/September of 2024. This year we want to expand the mentorship program. ICDA will evaluate the number of mentors based on demand as the year progresses. Here are the basic requirements of the mentorship program:

1. Mentors and mentees must be a current ICDA member. (Active Membership or Retired Membership)

2. Mentors must be choir directors with a minimum of ten years of experience. Mentees must be choir directors with a maximum of five years of experience.

3. Prospective ICDA mentors and mentees must complete an application.

4. Mentors and mentees will be matched based on interest areas, expertise, and areas for potential growth. 

5. The mentor and mentee conversations are to be kept confidential. 

6. Mentoring sessions may occur by phone, video conferencing,  e-mails, or in-person and expected to check in four times per school year but may do more if needed. 

7. During any in-school mentoring sessions, mentors will need to follow individual school requirements such as background checks, signing in at the front office, and showing identification. 

8. ICDA mentors serve as volunteers and cannot charge for any mentoring expenses including mileage or meals if they are serving in the capacity as an ICDA mentor with their assigned mentee.

9. ICDA mentors will work as partners with the mentee by helping them grow as a choral educator. 

10. Mentees are asked to respect the volunteer time of their ICDA mentor by being prepared for appointments.

12. Mentees are asked to complete a three question google questionaire feedback form a couple of time during the year and submit to the ICDA Mentorship Initiative Committee.

If you agree to the guidelines, please submit your name below and complete the application by August 15, 2025 for Mentors and September 3, 2025 for Mentees.