Excellence in Mentoring

01 Feb

A Primer on Pronouns and Gender Identity

More youth are identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community than ever before in American history. A recent study found that as many as 1 in 4 young people identify as “nonbinary”, meaning outside of male or female. Additionally, 1 in 5 young people identified

04 May

Managing Stress

Connie Howe

For over a year now, we have been navigating extreme uncertainty. The hyper vigilance of staying safe, piloting constant change, and the effects of isolation and loneliness, have taken a toll. Fears and insecurity can create chronic stress which negatively impacts mental health. Stress levels

30 Mar

Where Do We Go From Here?

Connie Howe

As vaccines become more available and the world takes a few shy steps towards normalcy, we can’t help but think: “where do we go from here?” What has this past year meant for our mentees? And how do we move forward? Below are thoughts to

04 Mar

Transitions: Tips for Mentors

Connie Howe

In a normal school year, transitioning to a new school (such as Elementary to Middle or Middle to High school) can be daunting. COVID has only compounded anxiety about any changes, and that’s before considering things like returning to full classrooms. Many of our students

04 Mar

Thinking Ahead

Connie Howe

As the Spring semester marches on, we can probably all agree that this school year has been like no other. Most kids have not stepped foot into the classroom and will likely end the school year remotely. Where does that leave us for the 2021-2022

03 Mar

It’s Important

Connie Howe

Given the significant social, environmental, and political events of the past year, it may feel like it’s more important now than ever to spend time with your mentee simply talking about their feelings to process all of the changes we’re experiencing. We always encourage you

02 Feb

It Matters: Building Representation in Mentoring Relationships

Connie Howe

On January 20, 2021, Kamala Harris was sworn in as Vice President, becoming the first woman, the first Black American, and the first South Asian American to hold the office. The importance of the moment was not lost – across social media, posts celebrating this

02 Feb

Processing Racism-Related Trauma through Creative Expression

Connie Howe

In the last few years, our country has begun confronting racism and racial injustice on a scale that we haven’t seen since the Civil Rights Movement of the late 1960s. Understanding the history, scope, and implications of systemic racism is a complicated undertaking for all

02 Feb

Ready, Set, Goals!

Connie Howe

It is heartwarming to finally reconnect with our mentees this school year. The feeling that bubbles up when we see their name appear in the waiting room is nothing short of delightful. Seeing their face and hearing how they are doing feels like a long

07 Jan

Talking About Current Events

Connie Howe

We’ve all been shaken by the acts of violence that took place this week in Washington D.C. and at several state capitals across the nation. The violent actions have left a significant impact on us as a nation and as individuals and may lead to

Tag: Excellence in Mentoring

A Primer on Pronouns and Gender Identity

Managing Stress

Where Do We Go From Here?

Transitions: Tips for Mentors

Thinking Ahead

It’s Important

It Matters: Building Representation in Mentoring Relationships

Processing Racism-Related Trauma through Creative Expression

Ready, Set, Goals!

Talking About Current Events

Press Release 2.17.2022 Study Confirms Mentoring Makes a Significant Difference in Youth Overcoming Pandemic-related Challenges

Press Release 11.10.2021 A Decade of Honoring Austin’s Heroes: Seedling Hosts 10th Annual Gala in Support of Children Who Have an Incarcerated Parent

Press Release 8.3.2021 Seedling Appoints Board President and Six Board Members

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Tag: Excellence in Mentoring