Big Brothers Big Sisters Program Analysis

My school has a program for upperclassmen students to participate in called Big Brothers Big Sisters. It is a program within my school, among many other schools, where high school students get the opportunity to mentor elementary students who may be enrolled into the program for various reasons. Some students who are enrolled may need a friend. Other students need a positive mentor in their lives, or even a role model. Each student placed in the program has their own story of why there are. The only way to find out their story, is to gain their trust and for them to know who you are and feel comfortable enough to open up to you.
When I started this program, I was unsure of why my little sister needed me. Throughout the year she became more

open with me, and our relationship flourished. My little sister has witnessed many events in her life that a typical elementary student shouldn't need to think about. She has experienced bullying, abuse, growing up without a father. This program doesn't tell you why your little is enrolled. Your little has to open up to you, and feel comfortable with telling you about their life. Being a mentor to a elementary student is a wonderful thing! It has taught me many things in life that I previously overlooked. Most days when I see her she tells me all about how good her day was at school. When I ask about home or how her weekend was, she gets quiet and isn’t as bubbly as her normal self. Slowly she began to open up to me, and the things she has said has really taught me to appreciate my life in a way that I didn’t before.
I can’t imagine what her life is like at home, but I know that when I am with her, I try and make her forget about the bad things, and try and focus on how amazing life is. When we are together for even a couple hours, it helps her. Whether we are playing on the playground, or in the gymnasium, or just finishing up her homework. No child should have to deal with situations like these alone. Dealing with only one of these events can be life-changing. Imagining dealing with all of these at such a young age is heartbreaking. My little sister helped me realize how good my life truly is. She brought me closer to God. I constantly pray for her and for her family. As I lift up her to the Lord, it made my relationship with Him stronger. I pray for my little sister because she is an amazing child and she deserves to have a good life.
When I get to go visit her every week, and I see her glowing smile spread from ear to ear when I walk into her classroom, it gives me a warm feeling inside. I know that I am helping her by bringing joy to her life. I am truly blessed to have her in my life. Every time I see her, our relationship grows stronger. This program is very important to my community, and spreading the word about it will help children everywhere who are struggling with making friends, or their home life, among other reasons. Many people say how much I have changed the life of my little sister, but in reality, she has changed mine just as much. Even though I am not related to her by blood, or marriage, we have made a relationship that will last a lifetime. I will never forget the way my little sister has impacted my life.