Being a buddy mentor means being a friendly guide for new students at Canyon View Elementary. You’ll help them feel welcome by sharing information about the school and its activities while introducing them to the Coyote community. Your support will make their transition smoother and more enjoyable by bonding over shared interests and helping them to build friendships. Together, you can create a positive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters a sense of belonging.
Become a Buddy Mentor:
What to Expect from the Buddy Program:
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In May the School Counselor briefly explains the buddy program to the students in their classroom.
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In July, if your student is selected to be a buddy mentor (determined by number of new students participating in the buddy program), you will be contacted with the name and phone number of the a New Canyon View Student in the Buddy Program
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Once you have been matched with a buddy we encourage you to schedule a playdate.
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Once you connect with your Buddy, plan to meet up at the Canyon View FFO hosted Buddy Program Get Together. July 29th, from 4PM- 6PM at Chuck E Cheese (6125 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85712). Paired buddies will be able to enjoy pizza, a drink, and game time with friends.
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August 1st we will be hosting the Canyon View Open House at our campus. Plan to meet up with your new buddies to tour campus. Parents are encouraged to attend and learn about opportunities to help in the classroom, understand bus schedules, lunch program, and learn more about ways to volunteer and support the Canyon View Family and Faculty Organization.
FAQ
Q: What is required of my child to be part of this? Do we need to meet often?
A: A willingness to be a friend to a new student at our school. How often you meet together is up to you, however we require that your child, if selected, attends at least the pizza meetup.
Q: Why aren’t incoming Kindergarten students part of this?
A: More than likely, every Kindergartener is new to Canyon View. These students will spend extra time getting to know the school, routines, and all of the new faces together as a class. Talk about team building!
Q: Is my child guaranteed to get picked?
A: Unfortunately, no. However, we try our best to make sure students get matched up as best as possible. Depending on the numbers, students may or may not have someone.
Q: Is there any cost associated with joining?
A: There is no cost to be part of this program. There may be times where you may incur costs, such as buying extra playing tokens at the pizza social, or transportation costs to visit your buddy.
Q: What happens if we cannot fulfill our duty as “mentors?”
A: Please reach out to our FFO president at canyonviewffo@gmail.com. We understand that summer can get busy! Please look ahead at the date for the Chuck E Cheese meetup, as that is a required event if you are selected.
