Buddy Program

Our Buddy Program is hugely popular with both older and younger students! It builds meaningful connections between students of all ages, fosters a sense of belonging, and strengthens our entire community.

At Marin Horizon, each of our second- through eighth-grades students is paired with a younger buddy in Primary through first grade. Older students visit their younger buddies in their classrooms on a regular basis. And buddies also come together for special events throughout the school year. The true magic of the program is revealed in spontaneous moments when a first grader runs to hug an eighth grader on the playground or a sixth grader pauses to comfort a kindergartener who is having trouble saying goodbye to mom. 

At Marin Horizon, big kids become mentors and our youngest students find someone to look up to. Older students embrace their responsibilities, knowing that little eyes are always on them. This means that our oldest kids remain connected to their younger selves, while also embracing the value of maturity.