Between social anxiety, bullying, and classroom expectations, the pressures are too much
Feeling safe and respected is all they think about
The daily pressure of transitioning to new classes vs 1-2 can be overwhelming.
Let’s support them through this awkward time!
We are experts at training everyday students to lead every incoming student through this maze of middle school.
Let’s give them the roadmap to be their best selves and do their best work every day!
If you are wondering… how can our students build relationships?
School connections are no longer limited to the most outspoken or outgoing students.
Even the more reserved “every day” students—including your introverts—now have an equal opportunity to engage and form lasting bonds with their peers.
Your student mentors influence positive change and reduce the amount of:
Negative Behaviors
Self Harm
Fights
Academic Apathy
Stress & Anxiety
In a short amount of time, those leading your everyday students mirror your leaderships voice of positivity and belief in others
All programs can be supported onsite with an Ignite Coach or Ignite Spark plug & play system
Ignite Compass
Assigned staff come together
- Personal development
- Climate vs Culture understanding and how to establish baseline goals
- Smart & Good Culture Overview
- Steps to implement school climate improvements
- Breakout sessions providing kick off process supporting school program
Student Mentor Kick off Training
Empower your students to lead
- The onboarding system aligned with the Ignite Spark Rubric
- 3-day Kickoff training for Student Mentors
- Tap into the motivation and skills of student mentors to take the lead
- Personal Development
- Leadership Skill Development
Training System Online or Onsite
Our Training System supports your team at every stage to ensure success
- Onboarding & Monthly Staff Coaching
- Fall Orientation
- Spring Transitions
- Staff overview and expectations
- Mentor Contract
- Scope and Sequence of Lessons
- Reflections & Growth Assessment
With these comprehensive resources, your staff and students receive the guidance they need—every step of the way!
Middle School Spark Mentoring Curriculum
Our MS Spark lessons cover topics like:
- Academic Strategies
- Overcoming Drama and Gossip
- Imposter Syndrome
- Study Habits
- Conflict Resolution
- Overcoming Stress & Coping Strategies
- Suspend Judgement
The Payoffs
48
increase in attendance
36
decrease in referrals
27
increase in passing classes
35
increase in feeling safe and understood