Peer Support Leaders

In Jurongville Secondary School, our Peer Support Leaders play a crucial role in fostering a caring and inclusive environment where every student feels supported and valued. As advocates for student well-being, they work to create a strong sense of belonging and ensure that no student is left behind. This is aligned with our school vision as a nurturing community in which our students feel safe, cared for and flourish.

The primary responsibility of a Peer Support Leader is to provide emotional and social support to their fellow students. They are trained to offer a listening ear, identify students who may be struggling and guide them towards the help they need. Through their role, PSLs encourage positive peer relationships and contribute to a harmonious and inclusive school environment.

Peer Support Leaders at Jurongville Secondary School undergo specialised training to equip them with the skills needed to effectively support their peers. By learning how to navigate emotions, the student leaders are empowered to build a sustainable mental health ecosystem within the school. Some key components of their training include:

• The Role of a Peer Support Leader

• Being the leader of Self

• How to create an inclusive school culture

• Being the leader of Others

There are also events and initiatives led by Peer Support Leaders which include the Mental Wellness programmes in school, intergenerational projects with Soristic Asia and National Youth Council and the JVS GRIT Programme where the student leaders build SEL Competencies and meaningful relationship via engaging activities and mentorship with selected peers.

In all, the Peer Support Leaders proactively bond with their classmates to create a stronger sense of belonging within the class, provide a listening ear to those who need support and strive to be a positive influence to their peers. Their knowledge and skills are further developed by our specialist teachers and school counsellors. Through such opportunities, our Peer Support Leaders make a positive difference to others and become a happier and more confident teenager in the process.