ENCOURAGE POSITIVE PEER RELATIONSHIPS TO ENHANCE LEARNING.

We're taking a different approach to recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month. When teens have intentionally positive relationships with each other and tools to turn negative peer influence into positive, bullying will be tolerated less and students will be more engaged in school. Teachers and staff can use the activities and visible reminders in this box to connect with students and establish a culture of positivity.

Peer Pressure. In Reverse. Educator Guide (20)
A 16-page guide to understanding and reversing peer pressure. Included are myths to be examined, tools for bullying prevention, and activities that show the benefits of having positive, supportive peers.

How Do You Greet People? Worksheet (20)
Some say making small talk is a "lost art," but we can help our teens "find" it in a fresh, new way. Smiling, making eye contact and saying "Hi" are just the beginning of greeting others in an authentic way. Click here to download a PDF to print more copies.

Peer Pressure. In Reverse. Worksheet (20)
Use this activity to help students think and talk about the way they influence each other, for better and for worse. Their responses to peer pressure can be changed, and when they see the power of positive peer influence, it can change the whole culture of a school. Click here to download a PDF to print more copies.

"You Can, You Should" Poster (10)
"You can, you should, and if you're brave enough to start, you will." – Stephen King. These posters are bright orange to coordinate with anti-bullying campaigns or can be used on their own to motivate students. Additional posters are available through your Jostens representative or the online Renaissance store.

Educational Push Messages for October (1)
These messages can be used on Twitter or Facebook on in school announcements, newsletters or other communication resources. Push messages for this month are focused on peer influences and modeling positivity. Click here to open the PDF for easy copying and pasting.

Tips for Encouraging Positive Peer Relationships Bookmark (200)
How can you help parents and caregivers encourage positive friendships between their teens and their friends? Send these bookmarks home with students or give directly to parents at an open house.

"Hi!" Buttons (100)
Fun, wearable reminders to greet others in a positive way. Give these as rewards for participating in activities or have influential students wear them and start a school-wide movement of greeting everyone. Additional buttons are available through your Jostens representative or the online Renaissance store.

Discussion Starters
Provide this PDF to your parents as a way to help them start meaningful conversations with their students about peer relationships. Click here to download the PDF.

Meme: Peer Pressure. In Reverse.
Use this meme on your email blasts, Facebook, your district/school website or other social media sites to share this idea with your entire school and community. Click here to download the JPEG file.

NEED MORE? For additional items from the kit, contact your Jostens rep or email: renaissance@jostens.com