Mentoring

Learn more about the KMEA Mentoring Network

JOIN the Mentoring Network to...

CONNECT with experienced mentors and fellow beginning music educators.
ENGAGE in professional learning through mentoring events and online discussions.
ENJOY SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT from a professional community that is committed to your success.

Mentoring Events
Check out these events designed for first and second year teachers.

Mentoring Help Line
Your district Mentoring chairperson is listed on this page. Send them an email if you have a question or need resources or help. A member of the Mentoring Network will get back with you quickly.

New Teacher Handbook
Be sure to check out the New Teacher Handbook for important information.

Chairperson

Lead Mentoring Coordinator
Jason Sickel
Blue Valley North HS
12200 Lamar Ave
Overland Park, KS 66209
c: 913-424-6751

Blue Valley Liaison
Janelle Brower
15020 W. 151st St.
Overland Park, KS 66223
c: 913-558-2686

Private Schools Liaison
Joe Heidesch
Saint Thomas Aquinas HS
11411 Pflumm Rd.
Overland Park, KS 66215
w: 913-319-2455

Franklin Co., DeSoto Liaison
Kelli Baker
c: 913-909-2144

Miami Co., Spring Hill, Wellsville Liaison
John Cisetti
c: 816-506-1370

Shawnee Mission Liaison
Bill Thomas
Shawnee Mission West HS
8800 W. 85th St.
Shawnee Mission, KS 66212
w: 913-993-7852
c: 913-787-7573

Osage County Liaison
Kris Brenzikofer
West Franklin MS & HS
MS: 785-566-3512
HS: 785-566-3392

Olathe Liaison
Martha Gabel
14090 Black Bob Rd
Olathe, KS 66062
w: 913-780-8230