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1122 Invigorate WayBellingham, WA 98229
www.reinvigorateyouth.org
Natalie SemegenProgram Director
natalies@reinvigorateyouth.org
Tim Van SlootenBoard President
timv@reinvigorateyouth.org
Authors of the plan, November 2008: Katrin Deeg
Alyssa CondonChristina Kuusinen
Christina Van WingerdenRachael Baltazar
Montaine Sorensen
Who: A group of professionals and mentors working together to create an unique non-profit mentoring agency.
What: Provide a supportive space for high school youth to teach and learn from one another.
Where: On-site location and within our community.
Why: To lower the drop out rate of students in Whatcom county and help students graduate with their high school diploma or attain a GED.
How: Engage students by integrating educational and life-skills learning.
Our vision is that at risk to drop out high school youth will be infused with hope and passion to
accomplish their educational goals and vocational dreams to build a better future for themselves. This goal will be visible as they
succeed and give back to their communities. This vision of our youth’s future contributes to
the health and wellbeing of our society.
Full-time Executive Director Mentor Supervisor Clerical Assistant Utilize Board of Directors to fulfill roles in our
organization such as: ◦ Chief Financial Officer ◦ Marketing Executive ◦ Attorney◦ Human Resources◦ IT personnel
The Organizational Plan
Small cohort meetings One-on-one mentoring Individual and group tutoring Real life learning opportunities
◦Field trips◦Community involvement ◦Service learning
Synergetics Learning: Room Layout
Des
k
Computers and work stations
Office Office
Conference
Kitche
n
Bathrooms
Zero-Based Budget
Zero-Based Budget
Management and Fiscal
Accountability
Board of Directors
PresidentPresident Vice-President
Vice-President
SecretarySecretary TreasurerTreasurer
Program DirectorProgram Director
Clerical Supervisor
Clerical Supervisor
Clerical AssistantClerical
AssistantVolunteers
MentorsVolunteers
Mentors
OrganizationalOrganizational ChartChart
Requirements & Skills
BA in Education, Masters or above preferred
1 year experience of non-profit management
Experience with studentsand/or other learning institution
Effective leadership abilities Communication Technology proficiency Accounting/budgeting experience Good time management
Essential Functions
Oversee program activities, objectives, and mentor supervisor
Evaluate program to ensure objectives and mission is being performed.
Communicating with mentor supervisor, mentors and clerical assistant
Scheduling events and projects
Uphold budget and make sure program is using funds, time and resources effectively
Ordering supplies
Requirements & Skills
BA in Education or similar field (Masters or above preferred)
1 year experience working with students
Effective communication Technology proficiency Excellent group facilitation Program planning experience Ability to relate with mentors
and students
Essential Functions
Training, supervising, and guiding the volunteer mentors
Meeting regularly with mentors, providing advice and resources
Organizing and collecting learning resources
Compiling information for small group discussions
Communicating regularly with program director
Ordering supplies
Requirements & Skills
Pursuing degree in Accounting or similar field
1 year experience with office skills
Computer and spreadsheet proficiency
Effective writing and communication skills
Essential Functions
Accounting and bookkeeping for organization
Creating and updating publications
Assistant director and supervisor with tasks
Answering phones Student registration Office filing and organization Ordering supplies
Schooling & Skills
High school student or college-aged
Good standing in classes Education, Human Services or
similar major highly preferred Good time management Technology proficiency Good group facilitation Committed Approachable and
understanding
Essential Functions
Help students with homework and projects
Facilitate small group discussions
Work one on one with students
Encourage students Attend and often lead projects
and activities Meet regularly with mentor
supervisor
Sharing responsibilities◦Clerical Supervisor and Program Director
Accounting process ◦Utilizing the clerical staff to handle money,
recording and reporting of all financial transactions.
Outsource a CPA Utilize and refer to our lawyer on the Board of
Directors
Marketing Plan
Goals:◦Spread the word about Synergetics◦Spread support for our cause ◦Find and connect with youth in our community
Means to accomplish goals:◦Networking◦Community Events◦Press release publications◦Online and conversing
The dropout rates for Whatcom County schools have increased 56.2% in past 10 years.Past three years:
2003-2004 - 5.5% 2004-2005 - 6.2% 2005-2006 - 6.3%
Dropout rates in Washington in the 2006-2007 school year:
9th grade - 3.7% 10th grade- 4.5% 11th grade- 6.3% 12th grade - 8.4%.
Options High School
GRADS Teen Parent Program
Amy’s Place For Youth
GED preparation services at Whatcom Community
College and Bellingham Technical College
Strengths: ◦ Our services are needed◦ Holistic and unique approach
to learning Opportunities:
◦ Chance of expansion within agency
◦ Connections with businesses and other organizations
◦ Connect with foundations for funding
Weaknesses:Lack of staffingLack of knowledge of GED and high-school diploma requirementsCurrently, few connections with community
Threats:Competition with similar services Lack of fundingLanguage barriers between staff and clientsAccommodating to the needs and schedules of clients Keeping up with technology
Networking Adhere to and reflect our mission Ally with local teen targeting organizations and
programs and offer our services. We need to reach out to online calendars, local
media, disseminate newsletters to applicable school districts.
Online Forum
Customer Service
Promise good, deliver great.(Author unknown)
•Customer service integrated with cultural competence skills is a must for our diverse world and communities of today.
•Cultural competence requires an open mind and heart and the willingness to accept the views of others [world view]. It may mean setting aside your own beliefs in order to better serve others.
Platinum Rule:
•Synergetics operates with what is known as the platinum rule
“Treat others in the way that they want to be treated.”
Bennett, M.J. (1979) “Overcoming the Golden Rule: Sympathy and Empathy
Do what you do so well, that they will want to see
it again and bring their friends.
Walt Disney
Implementation of our mission as a marketing
strategy.
Implementing our Board of Directors to advocate
for our cause.
Reflecting on progress of goals Student and mentor feedback surveys Quarterly program evaluations Adding “how did you hear about Synergetics?”
question to intake form. Involvement in community coalitions and
neighborhood association meetings.
Synergetics Learning
Projection of Yearly Budget
$125,000
$200,000
$275,000
$0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000
Year 1:
Year 2:
Year 3:
1 grant, 1 fee-for-services, 1 fundraiser
3 grant, 1 fee-for-services, 3 fundraiser
4 grant, 2 fee-for-services, 4 fundraiser
Budget for Synergetics Revenue:
Auction, fees, Grants $125,000.00
Personal:
Program Director $38,000.00
Mentor/Clerical Supervisor $15,000.00
Clerical Assistant $4,500.00
Benefits:
Mandatory Benefits $7,475.00
Permissive Benefits $9,000.00
Rent/Utilities: $30,600.00
Equipment: $10,440.00
Supplies: $3,125.00
Staff Development: $1,200.00
Travel Expenses: $2,010.00
Contracted Services: $2,400.00
Other Expenses: $1,250.00
Total Revenue: $125,000.00
Subtotal: $125,000.00
Total: $0.00
Salary Projection: Year 1-3
$38,000.00
$15,000.00
$4,500.00
$39,900.00
$22,500.00
$9,000.00
$40,995.00
$23,625.00
$9,540.00
$0.00
$5,000.00
$10,000.00
$15,000.00
$20,000.00
$25,000.00
$30,000.00
$35,000.00
$40,000.00
$45,000.00
Program Director Mentor/Clerical Supervisor Clerical Assistant
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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National Foundation grant “In-Kind” Foundation Grant MJ Murdock Charitable Trust Fund Back in the Saddle Again Auction “Dinner Theatre Gala Event” Rachael’s fee-for-service Christina’s fundraiser Stina’s Fee-for-service
Satellite location
Regional recognition for innovative mentoring
techniques
Triple- client capacity
Synergetics is unique due to the implementation of
creative learning cohorts
Spring-board for learning
Help students reach their full-potential
Mentor, guide and inspire the leaders of the future!
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