PEER HELPERS  MOUNTAIN BROOK JUNIOR HIGH

In 1993, the National Peer Helpers Association defined peer helping as, “a variety of supportive services initiated by peers in diverse settings. Peers are individuals who share common characteristics and experiences.”

Qualities of a Peer Helper

National Association of Peer Program Professionals (NAPPP) states,  

“The characteristics sought among prospective peer helpers are:

• Caring
• Acceptance
• Genuineness
• Understanding
• Helpfulness
• Trustworthiness
• Concern for others
• Ability to listen
• Potential to serve as a potential role model.”

(NAPPP © 2010)

 Sponsors:  The Counseling Department - 

• Casey Lancaster
• Rachel Proctor 
• Katherine Jankowski

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Mountain Brook School system does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in any of its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Amanda Hood—Director of Student Services & 504 Services;  Dr. Susan Cole—Personnel Director; Dr. Missy Brooks—Director of Instruction & Special Education Director Contact Information: 32 Vine Street, Mountain Brook, AL 35213, 205-871-4608