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Grow Your Own (GYO) teacher pathways are gaining momentum as a strategy to address teacher shortages, expand the educator workforce, and strengthen the alignment between communities and schools. However, these programs vary widely in design, quality, and outcomes — raising important questions about how to ensure success for candidates and the districts they serve. Join us for an engaging webinar to explore the pivotal role mentoring can and should play in GYO pathway programs. From guiding candidates through the certification process to shaping induction programs that support seamless transitions, mentors are key to candidate success. We’ll discuss: + The critical components of well-designed, mentor-guided GYO programs: What makes mentorship effective across the continuum of candidates’ early teaching experiences? + Challenges and opportunities in GYO pathways: How can mentoring address variability in candidate preparation and support to ensure high-quality outcomes? + The evolving role of mentors: How can mentors support certification, reduce stress, and mitigate attrition of GYO candidates or new GYO teachers? + Measuring impact: What are stakeholders doing to evaluate the effectiveness of GYO programs and the role of mentorship? Whether you’re a policymaker, district leader, or educator, this webinar will provide valuable insights into the future of GYO programs and how mentorship can help shape their success.