Bring your friends and family and join us for the Inaugural Seneca Valley Best Buddies Walk. This milestone event takes place on June 1, at North Boundary Park and celebrates inclusion and the diverse abilities of individuals, providing a wonderful opportunity to support fundraising efforts for Best Buddies International. IN THIS EPISODE, WE WILL REVIEWOverview of the new Best Buddies chapter at Haine Elementary SchoolVolunteering with Best BuddiesDetails about the upcoming Seneca Valley Best Buddies WalkMission of the Best Buddies WalkHow to register for the Best Buddies Walk, scheduled for Saturday, June 1Seneca Valley Best Buddies Walk (runsignup.com)SPECIAL GUESTDr. Kathy Mahon, School Psychologist and Miss Lucy Martsolf, Seneca Valley fourth grader at Haine Elementary SchoolDr. Kathy Mahon is in her 23rd year as a school psychologist with Seneca Valley. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Mercyhurst University, Master of Education and Specialist Certification in School Psychology from Edinboro University, and Doctor of Education in School Psychology with a neuropsychology specialty from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She is also the lead advisor for the Best Buddies chapter at Haine Elementary. Miss Lucy Martsolf is a 10-year-old student at Haine Elementary who has been active in the special needs community from a young age. She has volunteered at numerous sensory events through the nonprofit her mother started in honor of her sister in 2016. She has an older sister with autism who she loves very much. They are “best buddies.” Miss Martsolf has demonstrated courage to help individuals who learn differently and respect for those who demonstrate a need for a helping hand. 

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