Prerequisite (classes you must take first): None
Grades: 11-12
Length of class: Year
Credit: 0.5
Students will engage in hands-on activities and discussions that empower them to teach younger peers vital life skills, provide support during family emergencies, and foster a culture of kindness and compassion. The curriculum will include workshops on peer support strategies, community outreach initiatives, and methods for cultivating a supportive school environment.Â
By the end of the course, participants will develop a strong sense of responsibility, empathy, and collaboration, equipping them to take on leadership roles that make a positive impact on their peers and the broader community.
This class is perfect for those students interested in careers where they will work or help people, such as teachers, counselors, police officers and social workers!
Interested students would demonstrate leadership qualities, want to make a difference in their school community, and are able to maintain 80% attendance and are on track for graduation
This is a yearlong course (worth .5 credits) that will meet once/week during zero hour; therefore, students will have to have their own transportation to attend class.
Certain student groups may also have to carry a student assistant period in their schedule.
Students must be able to attend a mandatory training prior to the start of the school year.