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• Questions to ask during a parent teacher conference

  Published on October 31, 2013
  It’s good to be prepared with questions to ask so you can gain insight into how your child is doing. Read more to find out what types of questions are good to ask.

• Building future STEM professionals

  Published on September 10, 2012
  Engaging youth in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through mentoring.

• Current mentors can make the best recruiters

  Published on June 20, 2014
  Most mentoring programs are in constant need of new mentors. Current and past mentors can be incredibly successful recruiters: find out how to make the most of this often untapped resource.

• Things to consider when closing a mentoring match – Part 1

  Published on September 16, 2014
  Mentoring programs create matches but don’t always consider what needs to take place when a match is closed. Learn what the best practices and proper processes are for closing a match while considering the best interest of the youth.

• Using Facebook groups to support volunteers

  Published on April 16, 2013
  Many volunteer managers are accustomed to connecting with their volunteers through traditional means like progress reports, phone calls, meetings, or even phone calls. Facebook can often be an overlooked resource for staying connected to volunteers.

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  Livingston County youth takes unique approach to leadership

  Published on September 17, 2016
  4-H proven to empower area youth through life skill development.

• Five stages of mentoring relationship development: Stage 5 – Redefinition

  Published on December 23, 2015
  Redefinition is the fifth and final stage of a mentoring relationship between the mentor and mentee.

• Finding the right fit: How to find a volunteer opportunity that is right for you

  Published on April 30, 2013
  When donating your time to a good cause, it is important to find a position that is a good fit. This article explores ways to find a position that will be rewarding.

• Mentoring – Part 6: Setting boundaries

  Published on December 31, 2012
  Successful mentoring relationships are linked to positive youth outcomes. Explore tips for setting boundaries with mentees.

• How to use technology to promote, brainstorm and share professional ideas: Part 2

  Published on May 21, 2014
  This is a brief look at how to utilize LinkedIn and RSS feeds to support and collaborate with other professionals on youth programming.

• Focus on the positive: An assets-based approach to youth mentoring

  Published on May 5, 2013
  How you approach a young person makes a difference. This article explores how adults can build on youth strengths rather than focusing on problems.

• Utilize the skills of peer mentors for programming

  Published on March 30, 2017
  Use the skills of peer mentors to plan and implement activities in a peer mentoring program.

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  Youth get stressed, too – how adults can help

  Published on July 24, 2012
  Just as adults work with and through their own stress, adults need to be aware of what they can to help youth who are stressed.

• Mentoring myths

  Published on May 15, 2014
  There are thousands of youth waiting for a mentor and most adults recognize the importance of mentoring. Why is there such a gap between youth in need and available volunteers?

• Youth spend a significant amount of time with mentors

  Published on December 23, 2013
  Most mentoring programs require matches to spend a lot of time together. This article discusses the average amount of time spent between adult mentors and youth.

• Five stages of mentoring relationship development: Stage 2 – Initiation

  Published on December 17, 2015
  Initiation is the second stage of a mentoring relationship between the mentor and mentee.

• Why boundary setting matters in mentor-mentee relationships

  Published on April 26, 2012
  Setting healthy boundaries is critical when establishing mentor-mentee relationship.

• Every important task gets a team!

  Published on September 23, 2014
  Teamwork can lead to a better design process, a more enjoyable working environment and ultimately a better final result.

• Youth developing life skills through the arts - Part 1

  Published on August 22, 2013
  Youth can develop important life skills through their participation in 4-H expressive arts projects.

• Understanding the nature of boundaries is key to mentor-mentee relationships

  Published on April 26, 2012
  Setting healthy boundaries in mentoring relationships begins with an understanding of how they work.