PEER BUDDIES

The Learning Experience for Elemenary Schoolers

• Before we begin: Parents will receive information packets at the start of the experience giving them some basic information about people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and the kinds of behaviors their children can expect to see. They will also receive a packet about the roles and responsibilities of peer buddies. We ask that parents share these packets with their children and to email Kirsty with any questions . Kirsty will be happy to respond by email or set up a time to talk on the phone. Parents interested in learning more are welcomed to our mini training session for clients parents , and student volunteers. See our enrollment form for dates and times. 

• During: Peer Buddies receive coaching throughout each session about how to best encourage and support their peers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to participate in the Play Workshop activities. There will be at least 1 adult for every 2 children with ASD. In situ coaching is the essence of our program so there is always an adult right there to guide and support our Peer Buddies. 

• Review: After the Play Workshop Series is complete parents will receive a survey asking for feedback on their child's experience as a peer buddy. We encourage you to fill this out with your child.