The relationship continues during the student's four-year tenure at the high school. The advisor is one adult at the school who takes a personalized interest in the student both academically and socially and serves as a support person.
Participation is voluntary for both students and faculty members.
Self-esteem is addressed in many different facets of the program. These five components include the sense of security, the sense of identity, the sense of belonging, the sense of purpose, and the sense of competence. During the freshmen year, each group meeting has a planned self-esteem exercise focusing on these five components. Information regarding these five components and how they will be addressed in the P.H.A.S.E. program is sent to each parent. Practical issues are discussed during group meetings to include how to get involved in the school, how to maintain relationships with peers and adults, and issues of concern brought to the discussion by students.