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Big Buddy and Little Buddy working on homework together at one of the
after Big Buddies school sites.
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High School Big
Buddy Mentors Needed to Make Big Impact in the Lives of Local Children
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County is excited to
announce that another great year is in the works for the Big Buddies
after-school program. We are seeking fun and energetic people who want
an opportunity to give back to the community. This is a great
opportunity to obtain community service hours as well as make a
difference in the life of a child. This is the sixteenth year the
program has been in place. The Buddies program is a nine-month
commitment where high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors volunteer
to work with and mentor elementary aged children two times per
month. During these meetings the high school students, under the
supervision of Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, work with one or two
children on different educational and recreational activities.
The program continues to promote social and educational enhancing
activities, as well as focusing on STEM curriculum.
High school mentoring programs have become a widespread component of
many nationally affiliated Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies.
Studies prove that children who spend time with a positive role model
are more likely to become healthy, productive adults. The Big
Buddies program has proven beneficial not only for the “Littles” but
for the high school volunteers as well.
If you are interested in becoming a mentor in our High School Buddies
program please call 547-9622 or 492-7611 or log on to our website at
www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org for more information.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County is a United Way
member agency and an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
If you would like more information about becoming involved, you may
visit the agency web site at www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org
or call the Sidney office at (937) 492-7611 or the Greenville office at
(937) 547-9622.
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