As a young student she was not allowed to participate in school activities due to her mother being very protective and unfamiliar with America’s urban culture. But after Judeline’s participation with S4S in a Female Support course at Orange Alternative High School she had a change of heart.
In 2005, during career day at school she met another mentor, Mr. William Graves of Classic Caterers/Sandwich Den. He seized an opportunity to invest in the community by hiring Judeline and teaching her everything there is to know about the catering business. She affirms that the big systas became provided the encouragement she needed to apply at Essex County College. After graduation in 2006, she utilized her SOS Achievement Award to purchase books while attending Essex County College.

Her strong work ethics and leadership qualities prompted S4S to tap Judeline to begin training as a mentor with the after school program. Currently, Judeline’s enjoys her financial independence as she continues to work at Classic Caterers and attend school. She also serves as an example to her newfound lil’ systas through consistent volunteering and spreading inspiration. “My fabulous big systas have been there for me every step of the way. They have been “the unsung inspiration” of my life’s journey so far.”