A.I.M.Adolescents in MotionMentoring ProgramTameka D. Gaddy, M.Ed.Intervention Resource FacilitatorGeneral Smallwood Middle SchoolIndian Head, Maryland

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

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

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

GoalsTo increase academic achievementTo increase social skill competencyTo increase self-efficacy

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

ActivitiesMentor/Mentee MeetingsWorkshopsFieldtripsGuest SpeakersFundraisersPortfolio Development (mirrors Charles County High School guidelines)

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

SitesCore: General Smallwood Middle School Feeder Schools: Indian Head ES, Mt. Hope/Nanjemoy ES, and Gale-Bailey ESConsultant for other County Programs

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

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

Who are the Mentors?Community MembersStaffHigh School StudentsOlder Peers

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

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!

Peer-to-Peer, Relating to Adults, Self-ManagementSocial SkillsConflict ResolutionAnger ManagementResponsible BehaviorEtiquettePortfolio DevelopmentFinancial EducationTime ManagementNote Taking

workshops

Anger Management UnitAnger Thermometer Activity4 Volunteers

Example Workshop Activities

Student Report Rankings (Likert Scale)Student Classroom ChecksStudent Interim Reports/Report CardsStudent Feedback ReportsMentor Feedback ReportsMentor Log SheetsStudent Data PortfoliosStudent Created Portfolios

Data collection

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

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

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

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

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

Chatter Box Slide

Questions?

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