Black Hawk: School Based Big of the Year 2012

Big Brothers Big Sisters would like to honor Mary Nadeau as the School Based Big of the Year for Black Hawk County!

Mary began her match with her Little Brother, Jonathon in November of 2009 at Lincoln Elementary  in Waterloo.  The match has been going strong ever since!  Mary has consistently met with Jonathon every week during the school year.  Though Jonathon is shy, Mary has gained his friendship and trust over their years together.  She has fun during their weekly visits and accepts Jonathon for who he is.  This match can often be found laughing together, building projects, and playing games.  Mary is there for Jonathon to talk to if he wants to open up and helps him with his school work from time to time.

Former Family Support Worker, Joyce Kohn states, "Mary is really nice and takes a deep interest in Jonathon.  She is observant and has let me know when there are needs he may have.  I can really tell how much Jonathon enjoys his time with Mary.  They seem to have a real nice time together and a real connection."

Mary truly exemplifies what Big Brothers Big Sisters is all about - providing a positive, dependable, adult role model and friend to a child. 
Congratulations Mary - you deserve it!


Stay tuned as we honor the Community Based Big of the Year for Black Hawk County next week...