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What I Want in a Mentor

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Do Now

Write out two truths and a lie about yourself on your worksheet.

We will share out shortly!

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Key Takeaway

Reflecting on the characteristics that I want my mentor to have will help me fill out my matching application and be matched with a mentor that fits my needs.

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skills

hobbies

career interests

experiences

qualities

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SKILLS

EXPERIENCES

INTERESTS

  • ​Went to high school in your city
  • ​Worked a job in high school
  • ​Was highly involved in high school
  • Speaks another language
  • Participated in sports
  • Comes from the same culture as you
  • Was high/low performing academically
  • ​Works in the same career as you might want to go into
  • ​Knows how to write a resume
  • Can help you get an internship now
  • Can help you get a job now
  • Can help with networking or being more social
  • Can help you with time management
  • Can help you explore different careers
  • ​Can help with Math/English or another subject

  • ​Playing/watching sports
  • Volunteering
  • Doing anything in the Arts
  • Visiting museums
  • Explore new places
  • Religious
  • Going to the movies
  • Willing to try new kinds of foods

Star the ones important

to you on your worksheet!

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In your small groups, read over the 6 profiles on your worksheet.

Match each mentee with the mentor that you feel is the best fit.

Write out WHY you matched each pair.

Pair Matching

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Next Class:

  • Next class, we will complete our matching application!

  • For the matching application, we will need to know your guardian’s highest level of education (middle school, high school, college). Please make sure to ask them if you do not know this.

  • Make sure your consent form has been turned in.

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