Peer Support in ACS Barker — Fostering a Caring School Community

I helped develop and promote the Peer Support program at ACS Barker to create a supportive environment where students can help each other through challenges, both academic and personal.

What I Did

• Organized and trained student volunteers to provide empathetic listening and guidance to their peers

• Facilitated regular peer support sessions and awareness activities around mental health and well-being

• Created resources and communication materials to encourage students to reach out and support one another

• Collaborated with school counselors and staff to ensure effective and safe support networks

Why It Matters

• Helps students feel heard, understood, and less isolated

• Builds a positive school culture centered on kindness, trust, and community

• Encourages early intervention and connects students to professional help if needed

• Empowers students to develop leadership, communication, and emotional skills

Skills Used

• Empathy and active listening

• Event organization and teamwork

• Communication and awareness raising

• Collaboration with educators and student leaders