Match Spotlight: Amie and Haley

Nearly three years ago, Haley and Amie were matched in the School Based program.  Haley was in 4^th grade at the time, and they began consistently meeting every week in school.  During this time, they played many games and even created their very own books.  After two and a half years of being matched, they both decided that it was time to expand their relationship and began meeting outside of school. They have enjoyed going to the Humane Society and working in the Community Garden, amongst many other things.

“I have loved being matched with Haley because we are alike in a lot of ways. She's fun to talk to and we think of a lot of fun stuff to do together,” stated Amie about their time spent together. When asked how Amie feels Haley has changed in the past few years, she responded, “I have noticed her attention span is a bit longer, her mood is great and her teacher says she is doing better in class.”

Haley’s mother also feels that Haley has greatly benefitted from being involved in the program.  “Amie has done wonders with Haley.  Haley has gotten to go out and do so many more things than she otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to do.  We are very thankful that Haley and Amie are matched,” stated Haley’s mom.

Haley will be moving into Junior High this upcoming school year and is happy to have her Big Sister there for her as she takes this next big step. The opportunities for fun are endless in this match and many more memories are bound to come!