Greenfield-‐Central High School Mentor-‐Protégé Enhancement Program: General Information PURPOSE The Mentor/Protégé Enhancement Program at Greenfield-‐Central High School provides an opportunity for senior students qualifying for the gifted/talented student pool (juniors taking upper-‐level English courses) to research an area of interest in depth and with intensity beyond the traditional school curriculum. A mentor, an adult from the community with expertise in the shared field of interest, will provide the bridge for the student to reach significant levels of challenge and of accomplishment. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The steps for participation in the Mentor/Protégé Program include a protégé application and teacher recommendation letters submitted in the spring semester of the student’s junior year. Final selection for the program follows a formal interview conducted by members of the high school gifted/talented committee and school administrators. The interview gives a student an opportunity to show his/her qualifications, goals, and objectives to participate in this capstone learning venture. Once the committee has selected the participants, the students will be matched with mentors who are willing to share their expertise in the field of mutual interest. Goals and responsibilities, including time schedules, will be established by the mentor and protégé on the contract form. This form will be finalized and signed by the mentor, protégé, coordinator, and parents. The program’s coordinator will act as a liaison the mentor and protégé and will continuously evaluate the program and its components to assure the best possible learning experience. An attachment to the student’s (protégé’s) transcript will describe the noncredit mentorship experience. PROGRAM GOALS Cognitive: 1. To provide a capstone for the gifted and talented program, tying together the verbal, mathematical, and artistic elements. 2. To go beyond school experiences to the challenge of the adult profession, applying classroom instruction while experiencing the environment and tasks of real-‐life careers. 3. To provide a first-‐hand basis for making educational and career decisions. 4. To recognize levels of skills required to enter and to advance within the profession. Affective: 1. To enhance interpersonal relationships and skills outside the bounds of the traditional classroom format. 2. To Measure one’s achievement and self-‐esteem by non-‐graded adult standards such as creativity and productivity. 3. To work as a partner or team member in cooperative efforts. INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES The Mentor/Protégé Enhancement Program will enable participants to: 1. Demonstrate proficiencies in the use of skills necessary to accomplish tasks in the mentor’s environment; 2. Utilize critical and creative thinking skills in fulfilling contract expectations; 3. Develop goal-‐setting and priority-‐determining skills in planning and developing contracts and projects; 4. Be able to plan, carry out, and evaluate a specific project; 5. Develop time lines and/or budgets necessary for the accomplishment of a project; 6. Maintain a working relationships with the mentor and his or her associates; 7. Evidence appropriate work standards of conduct, dress, and punctuality expected in the mentor’s field. NOTES FOR MENTOR AND PROTÉGÉ When the goals, responsibilities, and time schedules have been established, the protégé will prepare the contract in final form. Copies will be given to the mentor and protégé. Throughout the program, the coordinator will schedule meetings with the protégé to review the accomplishments, strengths and weaknesses of the program. At the end of the program the protégé will present an overview of his/her experience to the members of the gifted/talented committee, administrators, mentors, and parents. The mentor, protégé, and coordinator will participate in the final evaluation of the program. Application: Greenfield-Central High School Mentor-Protégé Program
DUE March 19, 2015
Area of Interest ______________________________________________________
Name _______________________________________________________________________
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Email Address
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GPA _________________ High School Major(s) __________________________________
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High School Minor(s) __________________________________
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Extra-Curricular Activities _____________________________________________________
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Activities Outside of School
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Leadership Roles
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Hobbies/Volunteer Activities
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Special Abilities (artistic, musical, proficiency in sports, debate, drama, etc.)
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What amount of time would you be willing to devote to the Mentor-Protégé Program?
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When would you be able to work with a mentor?
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Write biographical essay that includes your objectives and qualifications for working in the
Mentor-Protégé Program.
G-CHS MENTOR/PROTÉGÉ ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
MEMORANDUM OF PARENTAL UNDERSTANDING
STUDENT ___________________________________________________________________
The mentorship program, offered to qualifying seniors, is a significant part of the
gifted/talented curriculum. In this noncredit program, students have made a voluntary
commitment to advance in knowledge and skills in their chosen areas of interest. GreenfieldCentral supports their efforts as they study alongside their mentors beyond the traditional
classroom and school day.
In order to assure continued eligibility for this unique program, student participants are
required to follow the established rules and regulations of G-CHS. They shall represent their
high school in an exemplary manner.
STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I have read and understand the above expectations for participation in the Mentor-Protégé
Program.
Date: ________________ Student Signature _______________________________________
PARENTAL CONSENT
I understand that it is necessary for the above named student to follow the rules and
regulations of Greenfield-Central High School as he/she participates in the Mentor-Protégé
Program. Violation of the school behavioral code could jeopardize continued participation
in the program.
Transportation: I accept the responsibility of transportation as my child participates in the
Mentor-Protégé Program.
Date: ______________ Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________________
Greenfield-Central High School Mentor-Protégé Enhancement Program
G-CHS Teacher Recommendation #1
Student’s Name _______________________________________________________________
Area of Interest _______________________________________________________________
Teacher Making Recommendation _______________________________________________
Please write a letter of recommendation for this potential member of the G-CHS MentorProtégé Program, a shadowing experience for high-achieving seniors. Students in this
program are required to complete a minimum of four hours a month with a professional
mentor. These students should demonstrate consistently the following qualities:
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Punctuality
Responsibility
Assertiveness
Honesty
Enthusiasm
Time-Management Skills
In your letter, please cite both strengths and potential areas of concern. Place your letter in
Susie Schoeff’s mailbox or email it to [email protected] no later than Thursday,
March 19, 2015.
Greenfield-Central High School Mentor-Protégé Enhancement Program
G-CHS Teacher Recommendation #2
Student’s Name _______________________________________________________________
Area of Interest _______________________________________________________________
Teacher Making Recommendation _______________________________________________
Please write a letter of recommendation for this potential member of the G-CHS MentorProtégé Program, a shadowing experience for high-achieving seniors. Students in this
program are required to complete a minimum of four hours a month with a professional
mentor. These students should demonstrate consistently the following qualities:
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Punctuality
Responsibility
Assertiveness
Honesty
Enthusiasm
Time-Management Skills
In your letter, please cite both strengths and potential areas of concern. Place your letter in
Susie Schoeff’s mailbox or email it to [email protected] no later than Thursday,
March 19, 2015.