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Re: Rookie Team

Question 1: Who else is close/closer in terms of teams that can mentor?
Question 2: Any other possible mentors/alumni at your school? Maybe you can trade off days at their facility.

Next up, Skype (or other IM/videoconference program) is your friend. On days you can't make it, leave that program open; if they have questions, they can contact you directly.

I'm in a similar boat; however, in my case, the team knew before Kickoff that they needed help, and I was able to help them in person during the first few days. Then I headed for school (1500 miles away), and that's when Skype came into play. But before I left, I worked on helping them get in touch with other veterans and the Senior Mentors in the area.
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