See our program in action
The Ignite team trains student mentors onsite through a peer-to-peer mentoring system that is customized to your school needs. With the option to bring our team onsite or virtually, we can tackle challenges by working with staff & students first-hand through the pipeline of peer influence.
Ignite has partnered with NCCEP/Gear-Up Schools and School Districts since 1998, and trained students and staff online for the last 10 years. Hear from one of our partnering schools that has presented our program at their NCCEP National Conference 2022:
Data has proven how critical the first year is on a student’s success
The first year of high school makes all the difference
70
First-year students are anxiety stricken
23
are having suicidal thoughts daily
40
are failing 2 or more classes
What is an Ignite Mentor ?
Students leading students to help change the climate and culture of their community
As an Ignite Mentor your task is not only to advise, but also to build. Build each other up and build relationships. To do so, mentors in the Ignite system are broken up between two roles, Executive Mentors and Mentors.
Executive Student Mentor
- Program Management
- Leadership Development
- Train The Trainer Model
- Cognitive Skill Development
- Peer Facilitator
- Classroom management and staff support
- Tier 1 and 2 Intervention Support
- College Credit optional
Year Long Student Mentor
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Life Skills
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Relationship Builder
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Transitioning Student Academic support
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Facilitator
- Trusted Peer, Advocate, and Role Model
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Tier 1 & 2 Intervention Support
Our Curriculum
- 21st Century Skill Development
- Online training system
- Ongoing participant assessment and reflections
- Research-Based training practices
- Culturally Responsive
- Optional Classroom Curriculum – C.T.E. Education Leadership
- Conflict Resolution, Wellness, and Academic Success formal lesson topics
- Align with Portrait of a Graduate
Training System
82 instructional videos for staff and students
25-minute classroom lessons
Example videos of mentors leading every lesson
Classroom Power Points
Lesson Plans
Ongoing monthly coaching
Click Here to view Ignite’s Curriculum
“It’s more than a program, it’s a relationship that trains students on how to have a relationship with their peers.” Chris Tillett, HS Principal Red Banks TN
Your Ignite mentors will increase attendance and academics through peer to peer connections.
Create a sense of community for every student to feel seen and accepted.
The Power Of Positive Peer Influence cannot be overstated
Partnering schools witness the profound change in their communities.
By nurturing authentic connections, promoting conflict resolution & wellness, and fostering academic growth, peer mentors create a culture where every student feels safe and supported to succeed.
The Payoffs
40
increase in graduation
89
increase in feeling of belonging for the incoming class
45
increase in Attendance
Our programs support a remote or onsite setting
Ignite Compass
Build leadership capacity with your staff
- Assigned staff come together online or onsite
- Personal Development
- Climate VS. Culture understanding & how to establish baseline goals
- Smart & Good Culture Overview
- Steps to implement school climate improvements
- Breakout sessions creating the kick off process that supports school programs
Ignite Spark
Spark-Teacher Friendly Plug & Play
- School year subscription
- ‘Get-Real’ topics empowering student voice
- Customized School Page
- 25 min Video Lessons
- Teacher Discussion Guides
- Resource Videos
Student Mentor Training System
Training System for 10-12th grade student mentors supporting 9th grade students
- Optional CTE course ‘Educational Leadership’
- Optional pullout training advisory mode
- Staff overview and expectations
- Mentor Contract
- Reflections & Growth Assessments
- Monthly Webinars
- Monthly Advisor Coaching
- Spring Transitions
Training & Advisory Curriculum
Leadership skill development
Academic Support for Incoming students
Recognition and Celebration SystemSpark Advisory Topics led by student mentors:
- Self-Image
- Study Habits
- Adapting to Others
- Digital Citizenship
- Stress & Coping Strategies
- Conflict Resolution
- Aim for Education
- Get Ahead Stay Ahead
- Promote Wellness
College Credit
In partnership with NNU Executive Mentors will receive 1 college credit per year all students will learn 21st Century Skills aligned with portrait of a Graduate
- Effective Communication
- Self-Management
- Social Awareness
- Relationship Skills
- Responsible Decision Making