SECTION 1
             Purpose of Peer Group 
             Connection-Middle (PGC-M)
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               PGC-Middle Objectives
                As a result of participating in PGC-Middle, peer leaders and 
                their small groups of 6th graders will:
                • Get to know each other better through activities and discussion
                • Examine values, roles, and relationships and how they impact choices
                • Learn how to solve problems more effectively and make healthy 
                  decisions 
                • Develop the confidence and skills to be successful, personally and 
                  academically
                • Become more supportive and appreciative of others and more respectful 
                  of differences
                • Work together to enhance our school community 
                • Support each other in our efforts to achieve all of  the above
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             SECTION 2
             Responsibilities of a Peer Leader 
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             Year-Long Leadership Class
              Through the year-long leadership class, you will develop 
              skills in several areas, including:
              •  Group facilitation 
              •  Problem-solving
              •  Decision-making
              •  Communication
              •  Specific topic areas related to transitioning into Middle School
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             Overnight Peer Leader Retreat
               All peer leaders must be able to participate in a Two-Day 
               Overnight Retreat, which will:
               • Orient peer leaders to PGC-Middle
               • Build teamwork and trust among the group
               • Develop foundation skills needed to become a peer leader
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