Using the Peer to Peer Playbook

What is the purpose of the Elementary Peer to Peer Program Playbook (Playbook)?

The Playbook is designed to assist school teams in creating or enhancing elementary Peer to Peer programs by providing comprehensive guidance, essential resources, and ready-to-use materials for developing high-quality programs.

The Playbook is divided into the following sections:

• Program Development

• Recruitment

• Set Up and Scheduling

• Medium of Exchange

• Curriculum

• Friends Supporting Friends

• Program Maintenance

• Program Outcomes and Growth

• Fundraising

What is the structure of the Playbook?

Each section contains narrative guidance and key information about developing your program, resources, examples, and templates for use in developing, implementing, and maintaining your Peer to Peer program.

A printed copy of the narrative guidance and key information is available here.

Should I use all the resources, examples, and templates found in the Playbook?

The Playbook is intended to fully equip your school team in developing, implementing, and maintaining an elementary Peer to Peer Program. However, your team may find that some of the resources are not necessary for your program development and/or that additional resources addressing the unique culture and expectations of your school community may need to be developed.

How often is the Playbook updated?

The Playbook, the resources within the Playbook, and other START resources are continually updated. Please visit the START website for the most updated version of all Peer to Peer and START resources.

Who should I contact if I have a question about Peer to Peer?

Please contact START if you have any questions at autismed@gvsu.edu or (616) 331-6480.