What is the kids' program called?
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
What does it help kids do?
make good use of their after-school time
What grades is it for?
6 to 8
How often do they meet?
once a week
What do they do together?
play games, share stories and go on trips
Did it help Kathy?
Yes
How old is she?
13
What about Briana?
13
What school does she go to?
John Fenwick School
Is she typically busy?
No
What did she used to do before the program?
hang out on the streets
Who is her mentor?
Syeda Woods
Where did she take her?
ice-skating, to pizza parties and for a visit to Longwood Gardens
What has Kathy learned from her mentor?
making good decisions
How does she see her?
as a big sister
Does she think this lesson will be impactful in her life?
Yes
Who started the program?
four school districts in Salem
Has it been helpful to many or few Salem students?
Yes
Which of the two? Many or few?
many
What are the nicknames for the participants?
"Bigs" and "Littles"