Passages

I have had the distinct pleasure of being one of the facilitators in the Passages program provided by Girl Scouts. This program helps sixth grade girls get acclimated to middle school. I have to say that this is one of the best things since sliced bread! I am so happy to be a part of this program and have been very happy to help out. These wonderful sixth grade girls are adorable and have been very attentive, inquisitive and energetic. We have talked about everything from bullies to time management to being healthy to managing six teachers and a whole host of other things. I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to participate in Passages.

One of my fondest memories from Passages was a conversation I had with one of the young ladies. I was having a chat with her and we started talking about where she was originally from. I learned that she was of Mexican descent and came to the United States when she was around five, I believe. I asked her if she has ever been back "home" and she said yes and then started to tear up right in front of me. This adorable, beautiful little girl says to me that she misses her family there and she would like to be able to visit more often. I then, shared with her that my family is not nearby either. I am originally from New Jersey and that most of my family is there. I miss them terribly as well, but as long as we are able to visit them, we will be ok.

I am so thankful for this experience to help these young ladies have the best first year of middle school that they could ever have. I want to say thank you to the participants, their parents, and the other facilitators, Ms. Kimbrough and Ms. Parker.