Best Buddies continues to plan for future, to meet Oct. 31

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October 28, 2011

Senior Emily Marris waits to be assigned her Buddy in September. Marris is a member of Best Buddies, a program that pairs peers with buddies to promote friendship and understanding. SHAYAN AHMAD/ PHOTO

Best Buddies is currently in the process of developing plans for the upcoming months. According to Jana Cosler, Best Buddies sponsor and English teacher, the next chapter meeting for the group will be on Oct. 31.

“We are also planning a bowling event that will occur sometime in early November,” Cosler said.

Craig Maude, club activities officer and junior, also said that the club is attempting to set up a fundraiser with the restaurant chain Max and Erma’s.

“We have not been able to sort out details yet, but we’re trying to make something happen with Max and Erma’s to raise funds,” Maude said.

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Best Buddies continues to plan for future, to meet Oct. 31

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