Middle School Shift Is your mentee entering their first year in Middle School this year? Last month, Seedling presented a...
Planning Ahead to Share in the Fall
Like most endeavors, mentoring works best with a bit of preparation. With just a few minutes of forethought as you head into...
Taking A Break For The Summer
As the school year ends, you have wrapped up your visits and celebrated your mentoring relationship with your mentee. ...
Major Differences Between Elementary & Middle School
Elementary School Students have one or two teachers that teach every subject. Students typically stay in one or two classrooms...
Memories of Middle School
From Sarah: “Wow, I was so nervous during my first few weeks at middle school. I got so lost on the first day and then I misread...
What To Know When Transitioning To High School
Your mentee is starting high school, and so are you! To help with this transition and minimize frustration Seedling hosts a...
Transitioning to Middle or High School Next Year?
Thinking about your mentee’s journey to their new school in the fall? Your 5th or 8th grade mentee might be too, as they will be...
Planning for Closure: Closure Steps for Every Mentor
It may seem early, but now is the perfect time to start thinking about closure. We encourage every mentor to plan a meaningful...
Coping With Stress
Each season of the year can bring with it a variety of different stress an anxiety inducing experiences. How can we cope with...
Reconnecting with your Mentee
Establishing clear expectations around reconnection with your mentee after a break is essential to nurturing your mentoring...
