The peer leaders and their advisers receive extensive training in human relations and facilitation skills. They are then matched with younger stude nts, often those who are new to the school. The peer leaders help their partners adjust to the school, promote good study habits, and provide safe criticism and a concerned ear. Mentored students gain needed attention and help that often a teacher does not have the time to provide. They also have before them influential role models who demonstrate the positive side of academic and behavioral success.
Mentors gain a sense of satisfaction and pride in helping someone else.
All also gain interpersonal skills and a sense of pride in themselves and their school. Student Hotline Student Hotlines can provide easy access to a friendly voice for students home alone after school and any others who can benefit from a telephone friend. The students who man the hotline should be specially trained in how to handle any situations th at might confront them. Adult professionals should also be available to help the students when they need it. Mentors receive orientation and training and attend Reflection Class regularly.