Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 28, 2023 Unlocking Potential: Big Futures Mentoring Comes to Revere REVERE – In today's everchanging world, it is essential to provide our youth with the tools and guidance they need to succeed. That's why the arrival of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern MA (BBBSEM) and their transformative Big Futures Mentoring (BFM) program at Revere High School this Fall of 2023 is a game-changer for the community. With the promise of oneon-one mentorship for 100 9th graders, this initiative has the potential to change lives, empower the future leaders of tomorrow, and drive positive change within our community. Mentorship is not just about offering guidance; it is about providing inspiration, motivation, and unwavering support. By matching students with dynamic and caring mentors, BBBSEM's BFM program can be a turning point in the lives of these young minds. Many students may face obstacles or lack clear direction during their high school journey, but with the guidance of a mentor, they can fi nd the courage to explore new pathways and seize local opportunities they never knew existed. Our community's leaders, entrepreneurs, non-profits, and companies hold a wealth of knowledge and experience, and it is heartening to see them stepping forward to contribute to the development of our youth. Through BFM's events, these local champions will expose students to a myriad of possibilities, igniting their passion and broadening their horizons. By off ering fi rst-hand insights into diverse fi elds and industries, these events will enable our young minds to envision futures fi lled with potential and promise. Mentoring is a catalyst for positive change. Studies consistently show that students who receive mentorship are more likely to stay engaged in school, set higher goals for their future, and achieve greater success in both academics and personal life. BBBSEM's long-standing reputation for fostering impactful mentor-mentee relationships makes their presence in Revere all the more exciting. The success of this endeavor is not solely reliant on BBBSEM and the mentors they recruit. It requires the collective eff ort of brighter future for Revere. BBBSEM's Big Futures MentorShown with State Rep. Jessica Giannino are Skubie Mageza, left, and Jonathan Muteba, who also happen to be Revere High graduates. our entire community to make this program a resounding success. We must rally behind BBBSEM, off er our support, and encourage others to join the movement as mentors, volunteers, or sponsors. Together, we can create an environment where our young minds thrive, where their dreams are nurtured, and where their aspirations are met with unwavering encouragement. Let us seize this moment to empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators. By supporting BBBSEM's Big Futures Mentoring program, we Massachusetts Unemployment & Job Estimates for June 2023 BOSTON, MA – July 21, 2023 – The state’s June total unemployment rate was 2.6 percent, down 0.2 percentage points from the revised May estimate of 2.8 percent, the Executive Offi ce of Labor and Workforce Development announced Friday. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary job estimates indicate Massachusetts lost 4,500 jobs in June. This follows May’s revised gain of 7,300 jobs. The largest overthe-month private sector job gains were in Professional, Scientific, and Business Services, Financial Activities, and Leisure and Hospitality. Employment now stands at 3,762,800. Massachusetts gained 701,200 jobs since the employment low in April 2020. From June 2022 to June 2023, BLS estimates Massachusetts gained 96,200 jobs. The largest over-the-year gains occurred in Education and Health Services, Professional, Scientifi c, and Business Services, and Leisure and Hospitality. The state’s June unemployment rate of 2.6 percent was 1.0 percentage point below the national rate of 3.6 percent reported by BLS. The labor force decreased by an estimated 7,400 from the revised estimate of 3,728,300 in May, as 2,100 more residents were employed, and 9,500 fewer residents were unemployed over-the-month. Over-the-year, the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was down by 1.1 percentage points. The state’s labor force participation rate – the total number of residents 16 or older who worked or were unemployed and actively sought work in the last four weeks – dropped by 0.1 percentage point to 64.6 percent over-the-month. Compared to June 2022, the labor force participation rate was down 0.7 percentage points. June 2023 Employment Overview Financial Activities gained 1,000 jobs over-the-month. Over-the-year, 6,600 were added. Professional, Scientifi c, and Business Services gained 1,000 jobs over-the-month. Overthe-year, 20,300 were added. Leisure and Hospitality gained 600 jobs over-themonth. Over-the-year, 13,300 were added. JOBS | SEE Page 19 For Advertising with Results, call he Adv cate Ne spapers call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net take a stand for our community's future. We recognize that every student deserves a chance to unlock their true potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. The diversity in the city of Revere is something that makes our community as special and unique as it is. It’s important that in this same spirit, our students have a pool of mentors that refl ect this diversity from diff erent fi elds, backgrounds, ages, and more. This is our call to action, a call to create a lasting impact on the lives of our youth, and a call to shape a ing program is an invaluable opportunity to invest in the potential of our youth and to foster a stronger, more united community. By providing 100 9th graders with caring and supportive mentors and exposing them to diverse opportunities through local events, we can empower them to dream big and achieve even bigger. As a community, we must embrace this initiative with open arms, offering our time, resources, and support to ensure its success. Together, let's embark on this journey of transformation and create a legacy of mentorship, inspiration, and hope for generations to come. If you are reading this and interested in becoming a mentor, learning more and or supporting do the following: 1. Sign up to be a Mentor at emassbigs.org/cee/ 2. Refer someone awesome to be a Mentor at emassbigs.org/ refer-a-volunteer/ 3. Schedule some time to discuss with me (Aka) at bbbscrs. as.me/Aka He and his team can support, answer questions, and guide you! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie Release Set for August 2 American Tortoise Rescue Asks Parents to Buy Toys Not Turtles Malibu, CA – American Tortoise Rescue (ATR), founded in 1990 as the fi rst national turtle and tortoise rescue, is sending a plea to parents – buy Ninja toys not turtles. History shows that after the release of a series of these successful Ninja movies, turtles lose their lives through the pet trade. Most of the turtles have been scooped out of the wild to be sold in pet stores or over the internet. After seeing the fi lm and thinking real turtles jump through the air or fl y like ninja turtles, kids ask parents to buy live turtles. Sadly, after bringing the turtle home, sticking it in a tank and waiting for it to perform, kids abandon interest when nothing happens – the turtle just sits there. The best thing parents can do is to purchase action fi gure toys that actually mimic the ninja movements kids see in the fi lm. “I like to say putting a turtle in a tank is how we would feel if we had to live in a bathtub forever. After the hugely successful release of previous fi lms, turtles, most commonly the red eared slider or box turtle, were purchased by the thousands for children who wanted their own ninja turtle. The purchase is often an impulse buy without regard to the fact that turtles can live 25 years or more. Sadly, most of these turtles were abandoned in shelters and rescues or dumped into lakes and waterways (or worse toilets) after the movie’s young fans found out that the real turtles did not fi ght crime or perform incredible stunts. Tellem says that this proved disastrous for thousands of turtles. “Red eared sliders easily identifi able because of the red stripe next to their eyes, are the most common turtles given up for adoption,” she said. “We recommend only adopting turtles to people with private ponds where they can mimic their natural habitat. We along with many rescues around the world have to turn away thousands of turtles because we are at capacity. Unfortunately, no one tells the potential owner that these turtles grow to be anywhere from six to 12 inches and live long lives instead of staying that cute little quarter or palm size,” Tellem said.
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