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In the seminar for student mentors from March 27-31, 2023, students from the Ferdinand-Freiligrath-School, the Melanchthon-School and the Kant-Gymnasium learned methods and skills to become mentors for the new seventh grade classes in the next school year.
On the first day, everyone had the opportunity to get to know each other, and a plan for the week was made. Throughout the week, all the games and methods served multiple purposes. For example, icebreaker games helped the students get to know each other, but they were also immediately incorporated into the methods handbook for future use with new seventh-grade classes.
An interactive scavenger hunt, where everyone could explore the grounds independently and rules were explained by Disney characters, ended the morning.
In the afternoon, the group discussed the qualities, skills, and knowledge that good mentors need, as well as the necessary external conditions. Finally, the group split into four smaller groups, which would work together throughout the week.
Conflicts were simulated and playfully resolved using elements of a mediation process; (nonviolent) communication and moderation were practiced, and finally, small projects were planned. Fun and a variety of methods were paramount, as these are essential for the prospective mentors in their future roles.
In the evenings, the students were able to organize their own casino night and table tennis tournament. On Wednesday evening, they played Werewolf together around the campfire.
The morning plenary sessions were also moderated by the students themselves, the evenings were prepared, and finally the results of the week were presented.
We look forward to next year and wish you every success in achieving all your personal and academic goals and in your work with the new seventh grade classes. And above all: lots of motivation and fun!
The seminar was funded by the Senate Department for Education, Youth and Family.
