# data[].attributes.body
7:30-8:00
Fancy Coffee and Donuts
Connect and Care

# data[].attributes.body
Plan ahead so that Admin can find coverage

# data[].attributes.body
Using DLD, speak with the leadership for the substitutes for mentor-mentee time.

# data[].attributes.headline
Plan out dates at the beginning of the year and present it to the principal, and mentor/mentee so that everyone is aware of meeting dates. This could help get sub coverage in advance.

# data[].attributes.subject
Plan out dates at the beginning of the year and present it to the principal, and mentor/mentee so that everyone is aware of meeting dates. This could help get sub coverage in advance.

# data[].attributes.body
For us, we tried to pair our new teachers with a grade level member so they could have common schedules and planning time. We haven't given them enough time -YET :-)

# data[].attributes.body
Our principal is very approachable, so we can always request time when needed. We are able to easily request coverage time for observations. We also try to schedule meetings during early morning days and/or DLD so as not to inconvenience the mentees/mentors.

# data[].attributes.body
Using DLD days, dismissal time, and just asking the principal.

# data[].attributes.body
Asking for coverage time using stellar subs

# data[].attributes.headline
DLD days may allow opportunity for time. 

# data[].attributes.subject
DLD days may allow opportunity for time. 

# data[].attributes.body
Allocate Title I Funds for Release Days
Pay a stipend

# data[].attributes.body
With the challenges of subs, different disciplines, it is important to pair the new teacher with a mentor within their same course team and that allows them common planning and hopefully stellars can cover for them to observe each other

# data[].attributes.body
Our admin is very excited about building relationships with mentors and mentees so when we ask for time they are willing to work with us and our stellar sub

# data[].attributes.body
3:00-3:45- get coverage for bus call

# data[].attributes.body
Because we are a Title I school, we can ask for time and use some of our Title I funds to pay for subs

# data[].attributes.body
Administration is good with providing release time for mentor/mentee time, peer observations, etc...

# data[].attributes.headline
Explain the importance of the program to administration. They will give the time once they see it is necessary to retain teachers

# data[].attributes.subject
Explain the importance of the program to administration. They will give the time once they see it is necessary to retain teachers

# data[].attributes.headline
We use scheduled morning meetings to hold our meetings.   Teachers are able to secure stellar sub coverage to observe their mentor or be observed.  

# data[].attributes.subject
We use scheduled morning meetings to hold our meetings.   Teachers are able to secure stellar sub coverage to observe their mentor or be observed.  

# data[].attributes.headline
Pre planned coverage through google form with sign up time slots so a sub could be provided  

# data[].attributes.subject
Pre planned coverage through google form with sign up time slots so a sub could be provided  

# data[].attributes.body
My principal is VERY open to giving us time to meet with the new teachers.

# data[].attributes.body
We like the idea of a meet and greet with mentors, lots of food, and fun.

# data[].attributes.body
We give presents, goodies! We have games, warm welcomes, lunch provided, and special messages from principal. To keep the momentum going, we try to have engaging content and time for discussion in our sessions.

# data[].attributes.body
Specialty Gifts: Food, t-shirts, instructional supplies, recognition.

# data[].attributes.body
New teachers come a day or two before pre-planning to be introduced to the school and its culture. This is also an opportunity for them to meet their mentor

# data[].attributes.body
Welcome lunch or dinner the week before preplanning.
New Teacher Orientation (1 day or 2 half days)

# data[].attributes.body
Introductory MTG-- preplanning, Checkin during Pre-planning, Instructional Leader Academy day in Fall and Spring

# data[].attributes.headline
By having a get to know you meet up that could include food, and relationship building activities.

# data[].attributes.subject
By having a get to know you meet up that could include food, and relationship building activities.

# data[].attributes.headline
Group teams/texts for reminders and group conversations. Daily check ins

# data[].attributes.subject
Group teams/texts for reminders and group conversations. Daily check ins

# data[].attributes.body
Some food and fun to start with, inviting 2nd year teachers share their experiences with the new teachers.

# data[].attributes.body
Kick off: buy in meeting during preplanning, goal setting
Keep going: meet more often

# data[].attributes.body
We loved the idea of getting together for a lunch or dinner before the actual new teacher meeting/orientation. We know it's hard in the summer but at least extending the invite.

# data[].attributes.headline
We support the emotional wellbeing of new teachers by putting treats in their mailboxes, providing breakfast for monthly meetings, and mid and end of the year celebrations. 

# data[].attributes.subject
We support the emotional wellbeing of new teachers by putting treats in their mailboxes, providing breakfast for monthly meetings, and mid and end of the year celebrations. 

# data[].attributes.body
We create engaging activities and keep up the same energy - plus we provide a DELICIOUS lunch!

# data[].attributes.body
Presents, feed them, love on them :)

# data[].attributes.body
We start with a full day of team building activities, tour of the school, introduction to instructional strategies, and we take them out to lunch with their mentors. We continue to have monthly meetings (with food!), and as lead mentors, we try to do weekly check ins towards the beginning of the year to make sure they are doing okay.

# data[].attributes.headline
introductory lunch and icebreaker week for pre planning

# data[].attributes.subject
introductory lunch and icebreaker week for pre planning

# data[].attributes.body
From the get go, we bribe them with food. It's everyone's love language!!!

# data[].attributes.body
New Teachers invited to meet and greet at school in May. They receive gifts and meet their mentors.

# data[].attributes.body
Share the compelling why for the program in an attempt to get others to join our efforts. Hearing that 46% of teachers leave within the first four year was shocking.

# data[].attributes.body
Send out interest form and hold an interest meeting to really set the purpose of the committee

# data[].attributes.headline
Summer fun! Welcome and create an inviting environment on Day 1 and Day 2 is for the nuts and bolts... pick me ups throughout the year, small gifts.

# data[].attributes.subject
Summer fun! Welcome and create an inviting environment on Day 1 and Day 2 is for the nuts and bolts... pick me ups throughout the year, small gifts.

# data[].attributes.body
We include key individuals in our school who support new teachers (actually support all teachers)

# data[].attributes.headline
Find the friendly teachers who didn't mind helping others. The grade level chairs outsource to other staff members based on need.

# data[].attributes.subject
Find the friendly teachers who didn't mind helping others. The grade level chairs outsource to other staff members based on need.

# data[].attributes.body
Ask former teachers of the year, content leads and/or dept. chairs, counselors, IT, and new teachers (1-2 years) who can offer a "new teacher perspective."

# data[].attributes.body
We haven't launched this fully although we have great intentions. We have visitors like coaches and ITIC present during the summer sessions.

# data[].attributes.headline
Celebrating the committee at the end of the year

# data[].attributes.subject
Celebrating the committee at the end of the year

# data[].attributes.body
The person going through MG is added to the committee. The committee asks a new person who will add value to the team to join.

# data[].attributes.headline
Ensuring that at least one representative is apart of the committee based on department and grade band.

# data[].attributes.subject
Ensuring that at least one representative is apart of the committee based on department and grade band.

# data[].attributes.body
We recruit from previous "class" and from those other than four core to ensure different perspective. We also accept reccomendations.

# data[].attributes.body
We organically involved by being open to personnel offering experience and insight within the English dept. As we also acquired two ITICs, I invited them into my class to observe and then roped them into my mission. not sad about it.

# data[].attributes.body
AP provides guidance and the people on the committee are only chosen bc of their dedication

# data[].attributes.body
Currently our committee is small, but our administration offers suggestions. We work to pick faculty members that have flexibility, expertise, and a desire for the work.

# data[].attributes.headline
Grade chair discussed with teams to check for interest and volunteers. Our AP's made final decisions 

# data[].attributes.subject
Grade chair discussed with teams to check for interest and volunteers. Our AP's made final decisions 

# data[].attributes.body
Our NTMIC consists of: K-2 teacher, 3-5 teacher, instructional coach, AP, and LSTC. We agreed we love the idea of adding a SPED person to our team next year. We personally invited them to be on our team and let them know we need their strengths on our committee.

# data[].attributes.body
Counselors, ESOL, EIP, Special Ed, MTSS, Admin, ITI Coach

# data[].attributes.body
We included the teachers that had been long at the school and work well together

# data[].attributes.body
Getting feedback from mentees, mentors, and building admin on what is needed

# data[].attributes.headline
We include key member of the leadership team such as instructional coaches, ITI coach, department leads, content leads, media specialist, lead SPED teacher and other staff members who can support new teachers in various ways. 

# data[].attributes.subject
We include key member of the leadership team such as instructional coaches, ITI coach, department leads, content leads, media specialist, lead SPED teacher and other staff members who can support new teachers in various ways. 

# data[].attributes.body
Keep the survey to 2 questions!  What is important now? What is around the corner?

# data[].attributes.body
We look at our Pacing Calendar along with the Needs Assessment of what the Mentees need.

# data[].attributes.headline
-Mentor feedback shared with the lead mentor/committee

# data[].attributes.subject
-Mentor feedback shared with the lead mentor/committee

# data[].attributes.body
- Upcoming events at the school

# data[].attributes.body
Input from new teachers, school leadership, and classroom observations. Time of year also necessitates certain meeting topics.

# data[].attributes.body
We created our NTMIC by choosing teachers and department leads that would benefit new teachers: ITIS, 2nd year teacher, admin, instructional coach...
Adding councilors, media center, connections is a goal for next year

# data[].attributes.body
Survey feedback, NTMIC brainstorms a list of ideas and sends out a Google Form to new teachers to choose topics, informal needs assessment

# data[].attributes.body
Survey or Ticket Out The Doors from previous meeting. The meetings also drives what events is coming up next (ex- parent-teacher conference, grades...)

# data[].attributes.body
We look at the time of year, what is needed, looking at the eCLASS page lessons, feedback from the teachers and listening in during the meetings.

# data[].attributes.headline
informal needs assessments, what is important now/near future for mentees

# data[].attributes.subject
informal needs assessments, what is important now/near future for mentees

# data[].attributes.body
Scope and Sequence, Pre-meeting surveys, and discussions with the NTMIC.

# data[].attributes.headline
Based on the mentee needs, upcoming district and school events/activities, as well as assessments.

# data[].attributes.subject
Based on the mentee needs, upcoming district and school events/activities, as well as assessments.

# data[].attributes.body
leadership seeks out myself or compatriots and share areas of needed growth.  As a full time teacher, I ask my students to share when one of their other NEW teachers is struggling or needs support.

# data[].attributes.body
Known needs for new teachers, needs teachers have expressed, upcoming calendar events/deadlines, and procedural items they need to know

# data[].attributes.headline
We ask teachers for feedback. We ask Mentors what they notice they are asking a lot about.

# data[].attributes.subject
We ask teachers for feedback. We ask Mentors what they notice they are asking a lot about.

# data[].attributes.body
We use data from previous "classes" and feedback from "new crew."

# data[].attributes.headline
Surveys and exit tickets-based on new teacher's needs and wants. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Surveys and exit tickets-based on new teacher's needs and wants. 

# data[].attributes.body
Just in Time Information
eClass Suggested Calendar
Teacher Surveys
School Calendar
NTMIC Suggestions

# data[].attributes.body
We look at the school calendar to determine just in time topics, such as conferences. Later in the year, we use Google surveys to ask new teachers what topics they are interested in learning more about.

# data[].attributes.headline
We based topics on need coming i.e. conferences, report cards etc. and also via feedback from mentees

# data[].attributes.subject
We based topics on need coming i.e. conferences, report cards etc. and also via feedback from mentees

# data[].attributes.body
Google forms sent out to teachers, follow ups after each monthly meeting and adding what we KNOW they need as new teachers.

# data[].attributes.body
Majority of the time we preplanned based on the school calendar. We took few surveys to see the needs of teachers. Checklists were beneficial to determine meeting topics.

We plan to use Needs Assessment Surveys monthly to plan our New Teacher meetings that will take place monthly.