Letter to the Mentor
Dear Senior Project Mentor:
On behalf of the students of Pasco High School, we thank you for your decision to be a Senior
Project Mentor. It is our sincere hope and belief that this will be a rewarding and memorable
experience for both you and the student.
This handbook was designed to provide you with an outline of the Pasco High School Senior
Project requirements, as well as to give you the tools necessary to feel comfortable in your
mentoring.
We ask that you begin by completing the Mentor Registration Form found on the last page of
this packet. The student will need you to complete a verification form at the completion of his
or her experience.
Again, thank you for participating in the education of a very special Pasco High School student.
Sincerely,
Senior Project Office
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Mentor’s Role for Senior Project
 Meet with student to discuss project and pledge your support as a Mentor
 Complete Mentor Registration form (attached, page for student to submit to the Senior
Project Office
 Meet with student to develop a time line to complete project
 Frequent contact with student to determine progress of project
 Complete Experience Verification form
Common questions:
Do I have to be with the student at all times when they are working on the Senior Project?
You will need to verify that the student has worked at least 15 hours on their project,
however, this may be accomplished by seeing the project at various stages of
development rather than overseeing the entire project. It is important that the student
feels comfortable contacting you for guidance and support.
What will I have to do?
You will need to meet with the student at various times as the experience is planned
and executed.
What if I have concerns about the student’s progress?
Feel free to contact the Senior Project Office, 547-5581 ext. 3794 (Gloria Parker), as
soon as you have a concern. Remember that success is in the student’s hands, it is
ultimately their responsibility to make sure the project is complete.
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Experience Checklist Sample
Completed
Task
Community Mentor Registration (page 5) must
be submitted to Senior Project Office before
starting Experience.
Complete Experience Log (page 6)
Complete Experience Verification Form (page 7)
Due Date
Due dates are listed on the
2012-13 Senior Project
Handbook
Experience Log Sample
Students are required to complete an experience log. Entries should include date of action, time
involved and details of the action. Students may use the form provided in their handbook (sample
below), or create a form on a computer.
SAMPLE LOG ENTRIES:
DATE
WHAT I ACCOMPLISHED, REFLECTIONS & COMMENTS
TIME SPENT
August 1
Volunteered at Animal Hospital. Learned
4 hours
August 2
August 3
August 7
proper care of animals
Developed presentation for Boys & Girls club to
teach proper care of animals
Went to Boys & Girls club to meet with managers
and give practice presentations to leaders
Presentation to Boys & Girls Club on proper care
of animals
3 hours
2 hours
3 hours
I, _______________________, confirm that the student met the required minimum 15 hours.
Mentor Signature
Date
Printed Name
The student has a blank copy of the log for their use. After the student has completed his/her hours,
please sign their Experience Log to confirm the student has met the required hours (15).
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Mentor Registration Form
STUDENTS: You must have your mentor approved prior to starting your
project hours!
Student Name:
Please Print
Student I.D.#:
PLEASE PRINT
Mentor’s Name:
First
Middle
Last
Address:
City:
State:
Phone Number:
Zip:
E-Mail Address:
Mentor’s Birthday: ___/___/___
(Your date of birth will be used to complete a mandatory Washington State Criminal
and Abuse Background Check. This is a PSD requirement. Thank you for your
support!)
Mentor’s Signature:
Date:
Mentor cannot be a relative and must be at least 21 years old.
Guardian/Parent Approval of Mentor
I understand the Mentor’s responsibilities for the Senior Project and approve both the
project and Mentor my student has selected.
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Parent/Guardian:
Please print
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Experience Log
DATE
WHAT I ACCOMPLISHED, REFLECTIONS &
COMMENTS
TIME
SPENT
I, _______________________, confirm that the student met the required minimum 15 hours.
Mentor Signature
Date
Printed Name
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Experience Verification
Directions: The Mentor will be asked to complete an Experience Verification form. This form
will allow the Mentor an opportunity to respond to successes and difficulties the student may
have faced and confirm that the student met the required minimum 15 hours. Students with more
than one Mentor must submit an Experience Verification form for each Mentor.
Student’s Name:
1. Can you verify this student spent at least 15 hours completing this project?
Yes
No
Comments:
1.
What was your role in working with the student? (please be specific)
2.
Describe successes and problems the student may have encountered.
3.
Was being a Mentor for Senior Project a positive experience for you?
Please explain.
Mentor Signature:
Printed Name:
Address:
Date:
Phone:
Email:
Are you willing to serve as a Judge for Senior Boards for all or some of the following dates:
January 30, 31, May 7, or 8, 2013 (times are from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. and/or 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.)?
YES
NO
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