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TEAM Teacher Education And Mentoring Bridging the Journey from Preparation through Professional Practice Connecticut’s Teacher Induction Program Mentors Trained New Teachers Supported Participating in the TEAM module process raised student achievement. (Beginning teachers, mentors, administrators, district facilitators and reviewers) 89% 169 districts 6 regional educational service centers Kindergarten 173-Middle Schools 664- Elementary schools College 25 Magnet Schools Pre- School Students Beginning Teachers Veteran Teachers Principals mentors 18-Charter Schools 18- Technical High Schools 172-High School Retired Teachers 56 Private Education Facilities New teachers need a supportive community, where there is "structure, support, consistency and the freedom to take risks." (Sargent, 2003, p. 45)