Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Program

Grade Levels:11-12

Course Length:Semester

Credits:.5

Prerequisites:Provide own transportation to elementary school; complete enrollment, orientation and training process of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yellowstone Co. (BBBS); and recommendation of LHS BBBS Coordinator

Each high school student will be matched by BBS with one or two elementary students. Students are expected to meet with each “Little” two to four times a week. Students will document each visit and complete daily journal entries. Attendance and daily logs are worth 70% of the grade, reflection journals are 10% and research papers or presentations are 20%. One day a week will be used to meet with the BBBS Case Manager. Because of the nature of working with young children, it is strongly encouraged to make this class a one year commitment.