Bonding over a shared sense of adventure, Mikey and Sancho have built a friendship that has enriched both of their lives over the past year.  Sancho strives to provide Mikey opportunities to experience new things and Mikey has helped Sancho feel more connected to the Harrisonburg community.  Mikey's mother Veronica says that Sancho has become a part of their family since being matched with Mikey.  She notes that her son has become more responsible and more self-confident.  She said that Mikey is driven to make Sancho proud and sets high goals for himself.  Veronica shared that Mikey works hard in school and consistently makes the honor roll.  Mikey has stated that one day he hopes to go to JMU, just like Sancho.