​The Orange County Department of Education offers a two day coordinator training for school site peer conflict mediation programs. This training is appropriate for teachers, counselors, assistant principals, or other administration staff, leadership program advisors (such as ASB and/or PAL advisors), after-school program staff, or professionals who work within youth organizations. Training components include implementation and coordination, training techniques, and how to secure and prepare faculty support of the program.  Training is offered at the elementary or middle/high school level. The coordination is best shared by two or more advisors.

Benefits of a Peer Conflict Mediation Program

Student conflict mediators are trained to help disputing students find their own resolutions. Conflict mediators gain confidence in their leadership and communication abilities, and provide models of effective communication and cooperation for fellow students. The Conflict Mediator program is an ongoing resource which complements other school rules & disciplinary procedures. Peer Conflict Resolution can be incorporated into your PAL program, or can function as a separate program.

Fall 2011 Peer Conflict Mediation Coordinator Training Dates

Secondary Peer Conflict Mediation Coordinator Training, June 5-6, 2012.  

Elementary Peer conflict Mediation Coordinator Training, March 6-7, 2012.

These trainings are offered at no cost to Orange County educators.

Click on the links above for registration information.