1. How is the PLUS Program model different than other peer programs?

The drastic difference with PLUS is the investment that is put into developing a group identity using the PLUS model. The Peer Leader Team is trained in activities which are designed to indoctrinate kids into the PLUS identity. Kids who might not belong to any group on campus, will be targeted to go through the PLUS activities. Upon completing the PLUS activities, they will now belong to PLUS. PLUS proactively develops group identity and a sense of belonging on a campus in all kids.

2. Do I need a peer program already established to get the PLUS Program going at my site?

No. The PLUS Program will develop a Peer Leader Program for you designed around the PLUS Model.

3. What if I already have a peer program in place, can I train the students I already have in the peer program?

Yes. The PLUS Program will train your peer leaders that you already have in place in the PLUS Program activities.

4. Can PLUS be implemented in elementary schools?

Yes. Rather than have a team of students trained in the activities, a team of two to four staff members will serve as the PLUS Team. These staff members will be trained in the PLUS model and implement the PLUS activities.

5. Has PLUS been proven to work?

Yes. The PLUS Program model is embedded in the research implemented on peer educator programs. These programs have been proven effective and are considered research based.

6. Is there a curriculum that PLUS utilizes?

Yes. PLUS supplies schools with a program development and an activity based curriculum with a set of activities to be implemented year round. PLUS has also has developed a student workbook which is utilized to develop the skills of student facilitators. These curriculums will complement a variety of subject matter which advisors will be able to train their leaders with in the classroom.