Building Bridges: Exploring a Math Peer Support Program

What if we could strengthen math competency in our younger students while giving high school students meaningful leadership experience? What if we could build stronger connections across our campus in the process? We’re exploring a Math Peer Support Program that could make this possible.

The Idea

Imagine pairing high school mentors with grades 4-6 students in one-on-one or small group sessions focused on math content aligned with classroom learning goals. Sessions could be weekly or biweekly, approximately 60 minutes each.

What It Could Offer

For younger students: Direct support from a high school mentor working on math content that connects to their classroom learning, at their own pace.

For high school mentors: An opportunity to develop real mentoring skills, earn volunteer hours, and receive recognition from teachers for their contribution.

For our school community: Regular interaction between younger and older students to build connections across grade levels.

Why We’re Thinking About This

Math Support: Personalized, one-on-one, or small-group support can help students work through math content in ways that work for them.

Leadership Development: High school students could develop skills in assessment, differentiation, and mentoring—experience that matters for their growth.

Cross-Campus Connection: This kind of program could strengthen relationships between our younger and older students, creating a more connected school community.

What’s Next?

We’re in the early stages of exploring this idea. We’d love to hear your thoughts. What possibilities do you see? What questions do you have? Your input will help shape whether and how this program might take shape.