[Devon27]

Our team requires an application (essay, teacher recommendations, and a resume) and an interview with the mentors. I think it is a great idea, it gives us the oppertunity to practice skills that will be used later in life when looking for jobs.

Also, if you decide not to come back the next year, you do an exit interview. If you come back, you are required to re-interview and turn in an updated resume along with an evaluation of the year. These interviews are done with the mentors and any of the seniors who are graduating.

Although I don't think anyone has ever been turned away, I think this is a great method to teach useful skills and it requires students to work for their position on the team. It also helps weed out students who aren't willing to do the work from those who truly want to be on the team.