| Good rapport | Relateable | FUN |
| Exciting | Inspiring | Hands-on |
| Mentor/supervisor | Challenging | Required independence |
| Kind | Parental-like | Did not force excitement |
| Give students power to choose | Passionate about subject | Other kidsà word of mouth |
| Funny | Smart | Dramatic |
| Games and hooks | Pull aside for private reprimands | No BS |
| Genuine | “real life” connections | Art |
| Accommodating | Respectful | “stuff that mattered” |
| Proactive | Fought “the man” | Invested in kids’ success |
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