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Alyah Taborn who is the daughter of Leigh Allspaw of Sidney and Big
Buddy mentor
Shelby Baker who attends Sidney High School.
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High school “Big
Buddy” mentors needed
“Big Buddies” 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. For our 17th program year, we are seeking fun and
energetic high school students 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.
The Buddies program is a nine-month commitment where high school
freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors volunteer to work with and
mentor elementary school students 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. This year’s program will
focus on 7 Habits of Happy Kids and will also promote social and
educational enhancing activities.
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 937-492-7611 or 937-547-9622, email us at
info@bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org, or visit 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 or
information about our other programs, 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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