Calendar
Mentor-related events, training, and other notable dates.
- February 23rd, 2010 - Portland
- March 2nd, 2010 - Portland
- March 4th, 2010 - Eugene
- March 9th, 2010 - Portland
- March 12th, 2010 - Portland
- March 17th, 2010 - Medford
2/23/2010 – Portland – Introductory Mentoring Session
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Overview:
Explore the world of mentoring
Attend an informal, introductory session on how to become a mentor
Description:
Potential mentors always have a variety of questions when considering if, how and where to mentor. Join Oregon Mentors' program manager, Celeste Janssen, for an informational session to learn what it means to mentor, how to take the first step toward becoming a mentor, and to get answers to all of your questions. Celeste will also talk about stages of a mentoring relationship and qualities that research shows makes mentoring effective. This session is meant to educate, but your attendance doesn't require you to sign up for a program.
Location/Directions:
Sellwood-Moreland Library Meeting Room7860 SE 13th Ave.
Portland, OR 97202
Contact Information:
Registration is encouraged but not required. Please email info@oregonmentors.org to register or if you have additional questions. We hope to see you there!
3/2/2010 – Portland – Training Development Symposium
10:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Need additional trainings for your mentors? Join Oregon Mentors at our regional training development symposium. Participants from different programs will break into small groups and use research and internal expertise to develop trainings for mentors. Participants will have access to all trainings developed in this process. Potential topics include:
- Attachment theory and mentoring
- Being a Developmental/Instrumental Mentor
- Becoming an Advocate/Connector for your Mentee
- Boundaries
- Closure
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Dealing with Difficult Situations
- Goal Setting
- Problem Solving
- Youth Culture
- 40 Developmental Assets for Mentors
- etc.
This event is free for Oregon Mentors registered programs, and lunch will be provided.
Location/Directions:
Downtown Portland. Location will be provided to participants.
Contact Information:
Registration is required and due by Feb 19th. Please email celeste@oregonmentors.org to register or if you have additional questions. We hope to see you there!
3/4/2010 – Eugene – Training Development Symposium
10:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Need additional trainings for your mentors? Join Oregon Mentors at our regional training development symposium. Participants from different programs will break into small groups and use research and internal expertise to develop trainings for mentors. Participants will have access to all trainings developed in this process. Potential topics include:
- Attachment theory and mentoring
- Being a Developmental/Instrumental Mentor
- Becoming an Advocate/Connector for your Mentee
- Boundaries
- Closure
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Dealing with Difficult Situations
- Goal Setting
- Problem Solving
- Youth Culture
- 40 Developmental Assets for Mentors
- etc.
This event is free for Oregon Mentors registered programs, and lunch will be provided.
Location/Directions:
Eugene, OR. Location will be provided to participants.
Contact Information:
Registration is required. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Please email celeste@oregonmentors.org to register or if you have additional questions. We hope to see you there!
3/9/2010 – Portland – Introductory Mentoring Session
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Overview:
Explore the world of mentoring
Attend an informal, introductory session on how to become a mentor
Description:
Potential mentors always have a variety of questions when considering if, how and where to mentor. Join Oregon Mentors' program manager, Celeste Janssen, for an informational session to learn what it means to mentor, how to take the first step toward becoming a mentor, and to get answers to all of your questions. Celeste will also talk about stages of a mentoring relationship and qualities that research shows makes mentoring effective. This session is meant to educate, but your attendance doesn't require you to sign up for a program.
Location/Directions:
Sellwood-Moreland Library Meeting Room7860 SE 13th Ave.
Portland, OR 97202
Contact Information:
Registration is encouraged but not required. Please email info@oregonmentors.org to register or if you have additional questions. We hope to see you there!
3/12/2010 – Portland – Fingerprinting Technique Class
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Description:
If you aren't taking good, crisp, square fingerprints (or if you wonder why prints should be square), join us for a refresher on fingerprinting. We'll talk about good technique and we'll practice the proper roll. Learn why a clear print can be not enough, and find out what information is need (and is not needed) in filling out the top portion of the fingerprint card.
This event is free for Oregon Mentors registered programs.
Location/Directions:
Oregon Mentors1221 SW Yamhill
Suite 260
Portland, OR 97205
Contact Information:
Registration is required. Please email celeste@oregonmentors.org to register or if you have additional questions. We hope to see you there!
3/17/2010 – Medford – Training Development Symposium
10:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Need additional trainings for your mentors? Join Oregon Mentors at our regional training development symposium. Participants from different programs will break into small groups and use research and internal expertise to develop trainings for mentors. Participants will have access to all trainings developed in this process. Potential topics include:
- Attachment theory and mentoring
- Being a Developmental/Instrumental Mentor
- Becoming an Advocate/Connector for your Mentee
- Boundaries
- Closure
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Dealing with Difficult Situations
- Goal Setting
- Problem Solving
- Youth Culture
- 40 Developmental Assets for Mentors
- etc.
This event is free for Oregon Mentors registered programs, and lunch will be provided.
Location/Directions:
Medford, OR. Location will be provided to participants.
Contact Information:
Registration is required. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Please email celeste@oregonmentors.org to register or if you have additional questions. We hope to see you there!
