The mission of the Mentor Year Program is to provide a formal mentorship program where members build relationships with members in support of their professional development. The International ACAC Mentor Year Program provides a focused, familiar community for professionals seeking growth through mentorship. Through 1:1 Mentor/Mentee relationships, regular participant meetings, and regular committee updates, Mentees will build their skill-set, knowledge base, and resources for their own personal and professional development and for the benefit of the student populations that they serve.
About the Program
Mentors and Mentees are encouraged to apply to the annual Mentor Year Program by the listed dates and deadlines. Application is done by completing a form, which is open for about a month each year. Applications and additional information is shared in International ACAC Member Monthly Bulletins.
We aim to equally represent parts of the globe/time zones as well as enlist an equal number of participants from secondary schools, universities and independent educational consultants.
*NEW in 2025*
Applications will open in late June/early July of 2025; pairs will be announced by late August and the Mentor Year Program 2025 Cohort will begin in September 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact the Committee at MentorYearProgram@InternationalACAC.org.
Mentor/Mentee Resources
Professional Development Grant Program
The Mentor Year Program is excited to offer grants for both Mentors and Mentees to seek professional development opportunities.
- Grants are for up to $250 USD per person.
- Up to twelve grants will be distributed annually, six for Mentors and six for Mentees.
Check back in the second half of 2025 for the next grant application.
Professional development grants can be used for:
- In-person events, such as a local/regional conferences or courses;
- Virtual opportunities, such as online classes or virtual conferences.
Covered within the $250 can be expenses such as event or course registration, relevant materials, and transportation to/from the event.