Group is for 9th grade students and takes place during the school day.  We rotate A/B days and periods in hopes not to interrupt the same period twice in any semester. 

Personal Empowerment Program (PEP)

​PEP is to provide assistance to Middle and High school students who may be experiencing difficulties with daily adolescent living. This program targets selective populations but is available to every student in their respective schools. Support is provided by prevention specialists through activities that enhance coping strategies, problem-solving, relationship and anger management skills. This assistance is provided through Individual and Peer Support. The type of assistance is determined by the students need.  The students who are having more high-risk issues are referred to someone who can help them. Student Assistance is provided in a number of ways including Drug Prevention Education, Building Self-Esteem, Problem Solving, Developing Coping Strategies, Peer Support, and Anger Management Techniques, Dealing with Stress and Pressure, and Conflict Resolution. 

The Student Assistance Program (PEP) serves as a link to the school and a network of community agencies.  We provide assistance to those students’ grades 6 through 9 who are experiencing problems, which interfere with their academic or social performance.