Lincoln TeamMates annual Kickoff Celebration is a fun and exciting event for mentors and potential mentors to prepare for a new school year of mentoring.

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2026 Kickoff Event

110 mentors and guests gathered at Northeast High School on the evening of August 5, 2026 to kick off the new school year. Mentors had the chance to connect with one another and practice asking follow-up questions using a fun deck of cards with icebreaker questions. Special guest John Skretta, LPS Superintendent, was also present to say a few words of appreciation. A huge thank you to Arby’s for donating some delicious sandwiches for mentors to enjoy.

The highlight of the night included Sara and Tyrin, student speakers who reflected on their TeamMates experience. Both students are seniors at Northeast High School this year.

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Highlights from past events can be found on our Past Fall Kickoffs page.