Staff and School Mentors

Senior Teacher Sponsor:

• Guide the student in finding a community sponsor and corresponding project

• Sign off on student’s Schedule Form and ensuring teacher return requests are honored

• Ensure student is prepared for our Capstone Gala, meaning the student is dressed professionally; capable of presenting his or her experience; and ready to converse with students, teachers, and community sponsors.

• Attend the Celebration Gala

Community Sponsors:

• Should be a professional in the field in which the student is working and should have direct interaction with the student daily

• Set high goals and expectations for students and mentor them as they attempt to achieve them

• Make students feel like part of a team and immerse them in the field

• If desired, allow for service- learning opportunities, such as a guest speaker or fieldtrips

• Monitor Capstone attendance and behavior and report any indiscretions immediately

• Sign student Schedule Form and allow student to return if teacher requests

• Complete a Mid-Point Evaluation Form for each student at the end or their Capstone and allow for reflection with the student

• Attend Celebration Gala

Community Sponsors may not sponsor more than five students in total