Mentors

Mentoring is a critical piece for the success of new teachers. Hickory Public Schools has rigorous standards for mentor selection. HPS appreciates the talents of mentors and strives to support positive colleagial relationships between mentors and beginning teachers.

The process for mentor training is outlined below. All mentors, including experienced mentors, must complete this training.

To complete the Mentor Training:


 * Sign up for Activity 11-229 in the [|SEA System]
 * Complete the online mentor training through [|NC Education] entitled, //21st Century Mentoring//.
 * Print the certificate of completion
 * Keep one copy for your personal records
 * Send a copy to Ginger Robertson at the Administrative Building
 * Visit the Beginning Teacher Wiki for information about meeting dates and details about the BT plan for 2014-2015

The module should be completed by October 31st. For those accepting mentors after the start of the year, please talk with your principal about individual due dates for the module.

Self assessment for mentors can be found on page 40 of the BT plan.