Thank you for your interest in the 2017-18 U of M History Day Mentor Program. Applications will be reviewed by the selection committee who will contact candidates for interviews in September and October. History Day mentors are chosen based on a variety of skills and experiences. Please include any experiences you've had that showcase your commitment to community service, past work with youth, and/or experiences with the History Day program that will make you an effective mentor to middle and high school students.

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* 1. In order to work in our partner schools, all mentors are required to complete a background check BEFORE you begin working in a classroom. Do you consent to a background check if you are offered a mentoring position?

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* 2. Name:

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* 3. Hire Status

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* 4. Which University of Minnesota Campus will you be attending this year?

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* 5. What college are you enrolled in?

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* 6. U of M Student ID Number

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* 7. Year in school:

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* 8. High School (include State/City)

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* 9. U of M E-mail Address:

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* 10. Other / Preferred E-mail Address:

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* 11. Phone:

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* 12. Permanent Address (If different than your address for the Academic Year):

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* 13. Local Address for the Academic Year:

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* 14. Are you applying to be an Intern or a Museum Fellow at the Minnesota Historical Society during this school year?

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* 15. Major or focus of study:

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* 16. If you didn't participate as a student, are you familiar with the Minnesota History Day program?  NOTE: Experience with History Day is NOT required to be a mentor.

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* 17. Were you a History Day participant in Middle School or High School?

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* 18. Please share your experience(s) with the History Day program. Describe your history day project(s) (theme, topic, grade, school, teacher, level of achievement, etc.) and any experience you have as a history day student/volunteer.  

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* 19. Will you be in the Twin Cities and available to work with students between January 2 - 12 when the U of M is on break?

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* 20. STATEMENT OF INTEREST

Please describe why you are interested in becoming a History Day Mentor. What skills or experiences have prepared you for a position as a mentor? (150 - 250 words)

NOTE: Sharing community/cultural experiences, clubs, research experience, relevant or related jobs, History Day participation, or experience working with middle and high school students is encouraged.

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* 21. Mentors will be mostly assigned to urban schools with student populations primarily made up of students of color and potentially first generation college students. Describe how your skills and experiences will allow you to effectively support these students.

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* 22. Have you been a History Day judge in MN at the regional or state level?

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* 23. Do you speak any language(s) other than English fluently? If you feel comfortable conversing with students in a language other than English, please indicate which language(s) and your comfort level below:

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* 24. How did you hear about this opportunity? (Referred by friend, flyer at school, TA presentation, MHS staff, etc)

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* 25. Were you referred to this application by a past or current mentor? If so, please enter their name(s) here:

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* 26. Do you have reliable access to a car that will allow you to visit an area History Day school on a consistent basis?

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* 27. Being a History Day mentor requires you to be available during all, or part, of the traditional school day (8 am - 4 pm). An ideal spring class schedule would have at least two days with 4-5 hours of open time in this window, or one free day where you can be at your assigned school. If selected, are you willing and able to schedule your time in a way that will allow you to have enough time available during the day to mentor?

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* 28. Please check the box if you have any of the  following technology skills:

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* 29. I certify that the facts set forth in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, omission, misrepresentation, or concealment of information on this application may be sufficient grounds for disqualification from further consideration for hire or immediate discharge, and that National History Day in Minnesota Program shall not be liable in any respect if my scholarship/mentorship is so denied or terminated. I hereby assign to the University of Minnesota, and the National History Day in Minnesota Program in Minnesota, all rights comprised in the copyright of all work produced by me within the scope of my scholarship/mentorship with the National History Day in Minnesota Program.

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* 30. If you are a first year mentor you are REQUIRED to register up for the HIST 3990 (Historical Internship) class for spring semester. Details concerning class schedule will be available during the interview process. The class will meet for 2 hours in the late afternoon, one day each week. Please confirm that you understand this requirement.

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* 31. Please share any other questions or concerns about scheduling, transportation, etc., related to your application to be a History Day mentor.

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* 32. Please provide the name and contact information for a reference who can support your application to be a History Day mentor.

Thank you for your completion of the 2017-18 Mentor Application! Please double check that all answer have been completed before submitting.

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