The first time I met Mary we were both a little nervous. I introduced myself and explained that I worked for the school district and also attended Lochburn Middle School—although it was a junior high at that time. That peaked Mary’s interest and she shared that her aunt had attended Lochburn as well. It turned out we were friends growing up and I had spent some time with Mary when she was little. What a small world!
Imagine growing up without a caring adult to help guide the way, without a safe place to learn, or without basic health and dental care. Where would you be today?