Participants (K-12 teachers; administrators; wellness coaches) will learn about the power of mentoring in schools, specifically how mentoring programs can improve attendance, school engagement and students’ mental health. Mentoring in schools initiatives provide an opportunity to teach and reinforce healthy relationships and healthy relationships foster the development of welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environments.

Participants will learn about various forms of mentoring in schools ranging from natural supports, intergenerational mentoring, reading buddies, peer mentoring, transitional mentoring to CTS credits on mentoring (teen mentoring). After lunch, participants will be provided time and support to develop a mentoring initiative that fits their school. Throughout the day, participants will learn about AMP resources and supports available to help them plan and facilitate mentoring in schools initiatives including the Natural Supports Playbook, online Mentor and Mentee Training, and the Teen Mentoring Toolkit.

Lunch

A working lunch will be provided of soup and sandwiches. If you have dietary restrictions, please pack a personal lunch as availability of alternate food items cannot be guaranteed.

We recommend bringing your own device to explore the Alberta Mentoring Partnership website and resources.

Overnight Accomodation

If you’re travelling from out of town and plan to stay overnight in High Prairie, here are nearby accommodation options:

• Peavine Inn & Suites High Prairie: 3905 51 Avenue, High Prairie, AB, CA
• High Prairie Inn: 4125 52 Ave High Prairie Alberta T0G1E0 CA