Volunteer/Service Learning Opportunities
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick County has been involved with the Community Learning Center at Hillcrest Elementary School on Monday and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm and Waverly Elementary School on Tuesday and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. The program has been held in collaboration with the Frederick County Public Schools, the YMCA, Teamlink, the Girl Scouts of the Nations Capital, and the Young Rembrandts. This program is designed to assist eligible students to meet state and local achievement standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and math, and provides students with an array of enrichment activities that complement their regular academic programs. After a brief hiatus due to funding changes, BBBS looks forward to returning to this program next year.
Please remember that you can make a big difference in a child’s life just by volunteering one hour a week in a BBBS school based program.
Core Program
The Core Program provides quality one-on-one mentoring to children of dysfunctional and/or single-parent homes. Each match is initiated and closely supervised by experienced and qualified case managers. Our efforts are focused on youth development, self-esteem building, and the prevention of behavioral problems. We have been extremely successful in providing good, positive role models to the children in our program.
Contact our Core Program caseworkers or call (301) 694-9455 to talk about volunteering in thw program.
High School Big Brothers Big Sisters Programs
Purpose: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick County has children waiting to be matched with adult volunteers. High school students are needed to help fill the void these children have by offering them one-on-one companionship and friendship.
Who can volunteer? Any high school student can apply. We are looking for caring, responsible and creative people. Parental consent is needed before being accepted into the program.
Where will I visit? Students will meet with the child after school, either at the child's home or school. Meeting places and times will be arranged on an individual match basis.
What is expected of me? You must be able to volunteer for one hour each week for a minimum of six months. Your ability to be consistent is important to the development of the match relationship.
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Special Needs Mentor Program
Purpose: To provide companionship for children and youth with special needs. Who can volunteer? Any high school freshman, sophomore, or junior can apply – college and adult volunteers are also welcome. We are looking for caring, responsible and creative people who can commit to at least one year of mentoring. Parental consent is needed for minors before being accepted into the program.
Where will I visit? Volunteers will meet with their mentees (“Littles”) at the Rock Creek School in Frederick.
When will I visit? One day a week after school from 3:30 to 4:30pm.
What is expected of me? You must be able to volunteer one hour each week for a minimum of one school year. You will receive training from BBBS and Rock Creek School staff before you begin – no previous experience is necessary.
Why should I volunteer? To have fun, share new experiences, make an impact in a child’s life, and learn about special needs.
How do I get involved? Contact Rebecca Bruening at 301-694-9455 for more information. Complete a special peer needs mentoring application to get started. (download below)
School Based Mentoring Program and Workplace Based Mentoring Program
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick County is currently developing exciting new one-on-one mentoring programs to benefit children in school, and progrms that expose youth to workplace environments while providing our one-to-one support. Any one who is available during school hours or after-school hours may contact us at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick and sign up to enroll in this new program.
How do I get involved? Call (301) 694-9455 to discuss bringing a program to your workplace, or to partipate in a local school.
Emmitsburg Schools Mentor Program
Purpose: To help Emmitsburg-area children and youth fulfill their potential and achieve positive outcomes through caring relationships with adult mentors.
Who can volunteer? Any Emmitsburg-area adult or a Mount Saint Mary’s University student who will continue studies in Emmitsburg through the end of the 2012-2013 academic year. We are looking for caring, responsible and creative people who can commit to at least one year of mentoring.
Where will I visit? Often, you will meet with your Little at his or her Emmitsburg-area school. Occasionally, there may be opportunities to meet on the Mount Saint Mary’s campus for special “field trips.”
When will I visit? One day a week for about an hour each time.
What is expected of me? You must be able to volunteer one hour each week for a minimum of one school year. You will receive training from BBBS staff before you begin – no previous experience is necessary.
Why should I volunteer? To have fun, share new experiences and make an impact in a child’s life.
How do I get involved? Contact Rebecca Bruening at 301-694-9455 for more information. Complete an Emmitsburg Schools Mentoring Application to get started. (see link below)
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Emmitsburg Schools Mentoring Application 2012.pdf (226.06 kb)
Special Peer Mentoring Application 2012 revised.pdf (170.27 kb)
