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Welcome to the ACE Mentor Program’s New Mentor Training Page. Research from the youth mentoring field underscores that well-designed mentor training is critical: it ensures that mentors enter the relationship well prepared, with clear expectations and foundational skills. The trainings on this page will provide you with the tools, resources, and strategies to make a meaningful impact in the lives of ACE students. Whether you are mentoring for the first time or bringing years of professional experience, your role is vital in inspiring the next generation of leaders in the design and construction industry.
Building Strong ACE Teams
Learn more about how to best support ACE students and mentors throughout ACE programming. Participants will gain tools to create welcoming and supportive environments for students and maximize student participation. We will also address how to handle conflicts that may arise, team building strategies and mentoring best practices to ensure a successful ACE experience for students and mentors!
Building Better Communication Skills
Participants will learn communication skills and strategies to better connect with and support ACE students.
- Connecting through Conversation
Building a Better ACE Mentor
Tips and Tricks to help you become the best ACE Mentor you can be!
Understanding Youth Development
Learn about the stages of youth development as it relates to ACE high school students. Participants will learn about the physical, social, emotional and educational development of teenagers. We will also discuss tips for positive engagement, ways to support ACE youth throughout high school based on their developmental needs, and how to build developmental relationships with youth.