Mission in Action: Coventry Best Buddies
by HEATHER MILLETT
Best Buddies Connecticut
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Coventry High School Best Buddies Participants |
What began as one inspired student with a desire to positively impact his school and community, has grown into an outstanding Best Buddies chapter.
This year Best Buddies Connecticut staff and advisors from both Coventry High School and Captain Nathan Hale Middle School decided to combine the two small Best Buddies chapters into one. Due to the towns small population and the joint building that houses both schools, joining forces seemed like an ideal option that would benefit everyone involved.
At the start of the year the chapter had one member, the Chapter President, Robert Lundquist. Robert was determined to recruit members and make Coventry Best Buddies a worthwhile experience for everyone involved.
The Coventry chapter kicked off the year with a well-attended and outstanding Match Party. Although the chapters leaders were unsure what to expect, over 60 Best Buddies participants and their family members arrived eager to see what Best Buddies is all about! The chapters Match Party laid the foundation for an exciting year.
The Coventry chapter is now 11 Buddy Pairs strong. The chapter enjoys monthly activities and authentic one-to-one friendships. The Buddy Pairs take pleasure in eating lunch together, hanging out, or just simply chatting about their days.
Best Buddies has not only allowed for these participants to learn new things about one another, but also to open their eyes and make new friends. The Coventry chapter is a true example of the positive impact Best Buddies has on schools and communities all around. |
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