Jenny is asked to help file papers at Panther House after school. When she arrives, she notices the house feels warm and welcoming unlike the busy school. Mrs. Kenny shows her to the filing room and teaches her their organized system. As Jenny files, she thinks about how Panther House provides a safe space for students and hopes she can volunteer more in the future.
I sling my heavy backpack over my shoulder and walk the few blocks from school to Panther House. The loud chatter and slamming lockers fade as I approach the large Victorian home. Stepping inside, the atmosphere is noticeably warmer and