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 Events |
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 AAA Cares Program |
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 Ask A Program Specialist |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters' programs are proven to have a significant and positive impact on the lives of children. Help us reach more children and support them in making good decisions. Sign up to volunteer or donate. We’re always looking to expand our circle of supporters so please forward this newsletter to a friend.
 EVENTS
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Bowl for Kids' Sake
Date: Saturday, June 7
Bowl times: 11:30am-1:30pm and 2 - 4pm
Squaw Peak AMF
3049 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016
Be a part of our largest annual fundraiser by simply collecting pledges on behalf of the agency and bowling with a team of 5 or with your Little. Suggested minimum is $100. Every Big, Little and friend of the agency is welcome! To register as a bowler, contact your Program Specialist.
For more information about BFKS visit http://www.bbbsaz.org/bowl.html.
Free Skating at Rollero Family Skate
Date: May 17 -18, 1-4 p.m.
7313 W. Indian School Rd., Phoenix
Don a pair of roller skates and take on the rink! Bigs and Littles stake for free! Just tell the staff you are from Big Brothers Big Sisters and you will get admission and skates for free! A BIG THANKS to general manager Tom Wise for this special offer. Please let your Program Specialist know if you plan to attend.
Big & Little Swim Party
Date: Saturday, May 24, 5 - 8 p.m.
Hamilton High School
3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler
Holiday Inn & Intercontinental Hotel Group are providing our matches with a FREE swim party! Food and beverages are provided. Please RSVP to your Program Specialist for final head count.
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 AAA CARES PROGRAM
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 AAA Cares is a unique Site-based mentorship program formed between AAA and BBBSAZ. AAA employees are matched to students who are either no longer in mainstream high school or at risk of dropping out. BBBSAZ provides the mentor screening, training and support.
The youth selected for the program typically have risk factors in their lives that can present obstacles to their success.
The 2007- 2008 year began in November with 20 students and 15 successfully completed the program. At the end graduation event, three were awarded a paid summer internship with AAA, and two additional students were selected for last-minute internship openings. |
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 ASK A PROGRAM SPECIALIST
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Dear Program Specialist,
I took my Little shopping at the mall last weekend and she found something she really wanted but she did not have any money with her. She asked me to buy it for her but I said no. What should I do if this comes up again?
Buying things for your Little may compromise the health of your match. It sets up an expectation of what the mentoring relationship will be. If the child learns that you will buy them things, they may expect and even ask for gifts, which may leave you resentful over time. Learn to say no, and be prepared to articulate why this is important for the friendship.
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"Ask a Program Specialist" is not intended to replace regular contact with your Program Specialist. Please contact them at any time to address specific questions, and touch base monthly to maintain the health and quality of your match. |
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