Building Peer Support Systems

Jade Hodge

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Building Peer Support Systems

Understand and create peer support systems

In this lesson, students will discuss the importance of peer support and learn how to create support systems to help those affected by bullying. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to support each other, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.

Audience

Leaders (ages 13-18)

Time

45 mins

Approach

Understand and create peer support systems

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Post-it notes, Peer Support Discussion, and Peer Support Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome the students and briefly introduce the topic of peer support systems.
Explain the importance of peer support in creating a positive and inclusive environment.

Step 2

Discussion on Peer Support

10 mins

Facilitate a discussion using the 'Peer Support Discussion' attachment.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to peer support and bullying.

Step 3

Activity: Creating Support Systems

15 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Provide each group with post-it notes and markers.
Ask each group to brainstorm and write down ways they can support their peers who are affected by bullying.
Have each group share their ideas with the class and discuss.

Step 4

Worksheet: Peer Support Plan

10 mins

Hand out the 'Peer Support Worksheet' to each student.
Instruct students to individually complete the worksheet, outlining a plan for how they can personally contribute to a peer support system.

Step 5

Reflection and Closure

5 mins

Ask students to share one key takeaway from the lesson.
Summarize the main points discussed and encourage students to implement their peer support plans in their daily lives.

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Discussion

Peer Support Discussion

A guided discussion to help students understand the importance of peer support and share their experiences.

Why is peer support important in a school environment?

Discuss how peer support can create a positive and inclusive environment.
Highlight the role of peer support in preventing and addressing bullying.

Can you share an experience where peer support made a difference?

Encourage students to share personal stories or observations.
Discuss the impact of peer support in those situations.

What are some ways we can support our peers who are affected by bullying?

Brainstorm practical ways to offer support.
Discuss the importance of empathy and active listening.

Worksheet

Peer Support Worksheet

A worksheet to help students outline a personal plan for contributing to a peer support system.

List three ways you can support a peer who is being bullied.

Think about actions you can take to offer emotional, social, or practical support.

Describe a situation where you might need to seek help from an adult when supporting a peer.

Consider scenarios where the situation might be too serious to handle alone.

How can you encourage others to be part of a peer support system?

Think about ways to promote a supportive and inclusive environment among your peers.