Match Story ~ Deion and Marcus

Deion and Marcus were matched in the Site-Based, Mentoring for Success program this November. With just over 4 months of being matched, they are already showing great signs of friendship. Deion is a 7th grader at NP Moss Middle School. Marcus is a busy UL Student and active member of the Alpha Fraternity. Marcus visits Deion once a week at his school where the two enjoy talking with each other about things that are going on in their lives. Deion says that Marcus is always willing to listen to him and eager to help him find solutions to current problems. If Deion needs help with school work, Marcus makes sure to focus more on academics during their visits. Despit Marcus’ busy school and social schedule, he makes sure to set aside time for his weekly visit to NP Moss Middle. Marcus says that acting as a mentor in the BBBS program is one of the easiest and rewarding things he has done—it’s just a matter of commitment and consistency. Even though their match is site based, the two plan to continue conversation over the summer so they can stay informed and involved in each other’s lives.