This program has been taught in grades 1-4. It gives a common vocabulary to all students and teachers. When administrators and other school personnel talk with children they are able to reinforce the lesson taught by the counselor and used by classroom teachers. This program coordinated quite well with a school-wide unit on violence taught this year.
Students already know how to solve small conflicts, which if left unsolved can become big conflicts.
Big conflicts are frequently solved by many people with violent acts. Either physical or verbal. Children are encouraged to learn peaceful ways to solve conflicts so they don't grown up to become a person who selects violence. Conflict or disagreement is normal and often happens when children get together. However, hurtful words, gestures, or physical attack are unacceptable ways to deal with conflict and disagreement at school.