Falcon to Falcon: Peer Mediation Program
Location
Hager-Lubbers Exhibition Hall
Description
PURPOSE: Recent data showed that 857,500 violent incidents and 479,500 nonviolent incidents were recorded by public schools. These incidents result in children feeling unsafe at school, exacerbate mental health issues, and increase disciplinary action being taken against the perpetrators of violence. PROCEDURES: The Falcon to Falcon Peer Mediation Program at Explorer Elementary (Kentwood Public Schools) was created to reduce the number of disciplinary referrals at the school. OUTCOME: Grounded in research and collaboration, 14 elementary students were trained in effective peer mediation skills. These roles allowed the students to hone their leadership skills, make a positive impact in their community, and learn conflict resolution skills. IMPACT: By creating a collaborative succession plan, the peer mediation program is expected to have longevity. This program intends to decrease disciplinary referrals and increase conflict resolution skills. It is time to help our students soar. Go Falcons!
Falcon to Falcon: Peer Mediation Program
Hager-Lubbers Exhibition Hall
PURPOSE: Recent data showed that 857,500 violent incidents and 479,500 nonviolent incidents were recorded by public schools. These incidents result in children feeling unsafe at school, exacerbate mental health issues, and increase disciplinary action being taken against the perpetrators of violence. PROCEDURES: The Falcon to Falcon Peer Mediation Program at Explorer Elementary (Kentwood Public Schools) was created to reduce the number of disciplinary referrals at the school. OUTCOME: Grounded in research and collaboration, 14 elementary students were trained in effective peer mediation skills. These roles allowed the students to hone their leadership skills, make a positive impact in their community, and learn conflict resolution skills. IMPACT: By creating a collaborative succession plan, the peer mediation program is expected to have longevity. This program intends to decrease disciplinary referrals and increase conflict resolution skills. It is time to help our students soar. Go Falcons!