Newsletter: May 2025

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Henry, 2nd from right, with our Live Awake Outdoor Circle on a reflective hike in Cootes paradise

Henry’s journey is a powerful example of how giving and receiving support go hand in hand. Through engaging in meaningful service with Student Open Circles, he discovered the ripple effects of kindness—both in the lives of those he serves and in his own. In Student Open Circles, every act of service is part of a large web of support, reflection, and growth. Read Henry’s story to hear how he not only found opportunities to serve, but also a community that nurtures his own development through the support of mentors, peers, and the wider SOC network.

Thank you for your support of Student Open Circles as we create an ecosystem of care for students like Henry!

With appreciation,
Marybeth and Jeff

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