PURPOSE:

• IMPACT is a transition program for freshmen and new students. 
• IMPACT mentors serve these students by helping them get acclimated to a new campus through icebreakers, tours, and group activities.

ACTIVITIES:

• Giving tours of the campus 
• Bonding activities with IMPACT groups 

EVENTS:

• Orientation Day: new students meet their IMPACT groups for the first time
• IMPACT Connections: there are typically three other times that IMPACT groups meet at the beginning of the year to help new students get acclimated to the school environment

ROLES:

• Mentor: This position requires mentoring and interacting with incoming freshmen and new students, in which mentors are expected to engage in all IMPACT connections.
• Team Leader: This position requires prior IMPACT experience. There are typically five team leaders that assist Mr. Pate in IMPACT responsibilities, as well as mentoring their own groups.

REASONS TO JOIN:

• Make an IMPACT on new students and help them feel more comfortable in their new environment 
• Gain knowledge about the school as well as experience with guiding tours 
• Gain leadership skills
• Meet new people from all grade levels

HOW TO JOIN:

• There is a short application online to apply as a mentor or team leader, followed by an in-person (or virtual) interview with IMPACT team leaders
• Visit universityhigh.iusd.org for updates or contact Mr. Pate for more information at [email protected] 
• Follow @uhsimpactprogram on Instagram for links and reminders!