Sisterhood is exemplified all throughout the Rosary campus, but on Wednesday, Oct. 17, even more sisterhood energy flowed through the school. Big and little sisters are one of Rosary’s many beloved traditions. For this tradition, upperclassmen are paired with lowerclassmen in order to give a helping hand to navigate high school. The girls usually spend time together through school-sanctioned activities that Rosary hosts. So, on Wednesday, the girls got to spend time with their sisters at lunch and through a special adoration. This tradition helps bring Rosary girls closer together by pushing them out of their comfort and letting them meet new friends.
During their time together, the girls participated in an hour-long adoration session and an extra-long lunch. Little sisters (underclassmen) were encouraged to bring drinks to share with their sisters and they understood the assignment. Everything from Dr. Pepper to Starbucks was seen and shared by the girls. Meanwhile, the smell of delicious desserts lingered off the big sisters (upperclassmen) backpacks. Rosary provided a delicious meal of tacos, beans and rice to add to the sweet drinks and baked goods. Games were also set out and many girls enjoyed kicking soccer balls and playing volleyball.
It is Gigi Simmons‘s ’26 last year on the Rosary campus, and she’ll never forget the memories she has made along the way. When looking back on her last four years being a little and big sister, Gigi says, “It’s been so fun because I’ve had the best sisters! I love my friends because they are so easy to talk to and have truly become my lifelong sisters.” What a sweet reflection. Fun fact: I am Gigi’s little sister!
Junior Reese Rubly is excited to be a big sister for the first time. She shares, “I love my little sister! Having the responsibility of being a big sister is a great experience because I don’t have a biological one. I love being someone who can be helpful to underclassmen.” What a wonderful perspective to have. As an upperclassman, many people look up to you and it’s important to take responsibility!
To contrast, Erynn Pak ’29 is getting to experience the Rosary tradition for the first time. She explains her experience with the tradition: “I like it because you can get to know people who have been where you are now.” Yes! This is exactly the point of this amazing tradition.
Overall, the girls had a ton of fun spending time with each other. Many people expressed their love for this tradition and Rosary’s sisterhood through their fun lunch. May the Rosary sister bond last forever.
