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 MatthewPate@iusd.org
Follow @uhsimpactprogram on Instagram for links and reminders!