Oddly enough, the idea of mentoring in some districts is quickly rejected. Some administrators cite high costs for providing release time and substitutes for mentors and mentees. Both the cost and Rambo arguments are clearly short sighted and only serve to perpetuate the problem of finding and keeping good teachers. Clearly more money is saved in the long run when you are able to keep that teacher you have hired and trained. The district also ends up with a higher quality staff that can better meet the challenges of more rigorous standards.
Teachers directly benefit when highly skilled teachers have taught their students in previous years.
Your local and state associations also benefit by providing another reason for new teachers to join their professional organization. If so, please provide details. Also let us know a convenient time to contact you.