We first met in the sixth-grade.  We had some classes together, then we began to talk more.  Over time, we began to go out to football and basketball games .  Over our eighth-grade spring break, Neena came with my family to the beach.  There she met some family members and we had a great time together.  

Neena is a supportive friend.  She has a great sense of humor that can make any situation better.   She lifts me up by always being there to listen and offer suport when I'm having a rough time.  Her positive attitude and encouragement always motivate  and push me.

We go to the State Fair together and lots of sporting events on a weekly basis.  We also enjoy going to the movies together.  

Some similarities we share include: being outspoken, both of us having an "ugly" laugh, we both like to eat, we like to cook, and we listen to similar music.  Having things in common helps build and deepen our relationships.

-Alona Squire

We first met in the sixth-grade.  We were placed in the same group at the New Student Orientation during the summer.  Once school started, I moved to her table during lunch and over time we became good friends and began hanging out. 

Alona is a very outgoing person.  She is generous and very fun to be around.  As a friend she is caring and very dependable.  She always does her best to show up for those she loves.

Alona lifts me up by giving me compliments and reminding  me that I am capable of meeting all my goals.  She makes me better by challenging me in school.  We're both very dedicated to our studies and we keep each other in line.

We go to a lot of basketball and football games.  We also go to lots of movies, the State Fair, and mall.  We go out together a lot!  Alona is very fun to go out with!  We both like to try new foods, being girly, and buying new clothes.  We both like R&B music and laugh very loudly.  These similarities make our friendship very compatible.

-Neena Samah