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The REMP program’s kickoff meeting, led by Vince Catalfamo and the Area Mentoring Director, focused on improving referee retention and officiating quality. Key discussions included the development of the 'Grow as we Go' program, insights from board members, and strategies for identifying and advancing referee talent. Goals for the season include enhancing support channels for officials, mentorship activation, and effective measurement of progress. The program aims to connect referees with mentors while creating a culture of encouragement and success within officiating.
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fereeentoringrogram RE M P Area Q11 Fall 2014 – kick-off Vince Catalfamo – Ref Mentoring Area Director
Timeline • Reviewed experiences with programs from Regions, Ref Mentors and Area programs (K): • the good, the bad and the ugly • Talked to Board Members • Developed ‘Grow as we Go’ program • Core Team: ADM/AADM/ADI/ARA/RRAs • Lead & Define – Director/AD • Sponsor & Support – ARA • Support and Develop – ADI/RRAs • Area Board approved on July 7th, 2014 • RRAs kicked-off – July • REMP kick off – September (Fall Season)
Goals • Retention, esp. Youth Refs • Support (‘I am not alone’, create ‘open channel’ for assessment) • Improve Ref officiating quality • Scout Ref talents & Identify Advancement opportunities (input to ADA) What We need from you: • How we measure against these Goals • How we ‘spread’ the world about REMP • How we incentivize Mentors • How we create an effective process for Mentoring
Process – Self (S) • Self (Ref-initiated) • Ref requests to RRA • RRA requests ADM/AADM • ADM/AADM schedule session • Ref & Mentors receive notice • Mentor makes contact with Ref (days in advance) • Session • Mentors sends Progress Report to ADM/AADM
Process – Requested (R) • Requested (RRA/ADA-initiated) • RRA/ADA requests to ADM/AADM • ADM/AADM schedule session • Ref & Mentors receive notice • Mentor makes contact with Ref (days in advance) • Session • Mentors sends Progress Report to ADM/AADM
Scheduling Options • Sign-up Genius • Matchtrack
Persuasive • Simple • Encouragement • Set for Success • Role Model
Positive Attitude ‘Start with good, then areas of improvement, end with positive encouragement