Best Buddies

Best Buddies is the Staples Chapter of an international organization which matches students in a one-to-one friendship with a student with developmental disabilities. Since 1995, Best Buddies High Schools has paired students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in one-to-one friendships with high school students. In the past, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have not had the opportunity to have friends outside of their own special education classroom. By introducing Best Buddies into public and private high schools, participants are crossing the invisible line that too often separates those with disabilities from those without. Best Buddies High Schools also offers students a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills. With the support of school faculty and Best Buddies staff, students lead and direct the chapters in their schools.

To receive more information about joining the Best Buddies Club, click here.
Access Best Buddies Club and their Google Classroom here.