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Peer Helpers

The LES Peer Helpers Program is a student-led initiative for 4th through 5th graders, designed to foster leadership, responsibility, and community engagement. This program enables students to assume key roles within the school, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Each participant is assigned to one of four roles: Reading Buddies, Breakfast Buddies, Morning Greeters, or Backpack Club. These roles rotate every nine weeks, giving students the opportunity to gain diverse experiences throughout the year.

  • Reading Buddies: Older students are paired with kindergarteners to read books aloud and discuss the stories, fostering early literacy and a love for reading.
     

  • Breakfast Buddies: These students assist younger peers in the cafeteria, helping with meals, reinforcing good manners, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
     

  • Morning Greeters: Positioned at school entrances, they welcome students, staff, and visitors with smiles and positive energy, promoting a warm and friendly school culture.
     

  • Backpack Club: This group distributes food bags to students in need on the weekends, ensuring that every child has access to essential nourishment.
     

The LES Peer Helpers Program is a year-round initiative that makes student leaders visible throughout the school. By participating, students build confidence, develop leadership skills, and gain a sense of community and a sense of service. The program has a positive impact on both the helpers and the students they assist, strengthening relationships across grade levels.