Peer Helper Program to Address Violent Crime in Children This peer helper program is designed to address the crisis of child violence as both victims and perpetrators. It is a system that allows students to help each other. Everyone benefits from the program to address this imperative problem. In the 2008 ASCA Position Statement, peer help programs are introduced to improve the effectiveness of school counseling programs by increasing the scope and expansion of available services (ASCA, 2008). In other words, it is critical to implement a program that impacts not only students but also the school and community. The program will be research-based and focus on data-driven decision making. The goal is that during the interview process I will review their resume to see if they are qualified. Additionally, I will review letters of recommendation from students' teachers and parents. For elementary school students who are interested, they will need to seek advice from their teachers. Fingerprint and background checks will apply. Training Peer Helpers There will be phases (beginning, intermediate and advanced) that peer facilitators will need to complete in order to move forward. The training will have 10 to 20 half-hour sessions in an elementary setting. The consultant and other trained staff will train the people involved on their interpersonal skills and other skills. Nature of the Project (Roles of Peer Helpers) Peers/helpers selected for the program will play the role of special friends (middle and high school students) for the helpers. They will work with children to help them make that transition. Additionally, they need to double-check their academic performance and home life. Not to mention working on certain interpersonal skills so the child can communicate with their peers