Peacemakers are specially chosen and trained students who help other students get along with each other. When students are involved in a non-physical dispute, they are asked if they would like Peacemakers to help them solve their problem. If the disputants chose, the Peacemakers help them by using a problem-solving process to clarify the nature of the dispute and to reach a solution satisfactory to both disputants. Problem Solving Skills How to improve the school environment Responsibility for their own actions. Benefits of the Peacemaker Program Peacemakers gain confidence in their ability to help themselves.
Peacemakers learn how to get along better at home and at school.
Other students learn from Peacemakers how to get along better with each other and work out conflicts in a peaceful manner. Arguments decrease, so school becomes a more peaceful environment which is more conducive for learning. Students and teachers are able to work together in a more friendly and relaxed way. All rights reserved.