How much time do Squad Members need to spend with the program?
Hope Squad Members will usually spend about 10 hours per month, though each Squad will operate differently from one another.
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Are Hope Squad Members trained to act as counselors?
Hope Squad members are not trained to act as counselors. Hope squad reinforces training that students are never to act as a counselor to someone who is exhibiting suicide warning signs. Hope Squad Members support struggling peers while knowing that ...
Is being a Hope Squad Member too much pressure?
Our curriculum stresses the importance of prioritizing the Hope Squad Members’ mental health, engaging in self-care, and creating boundaries. Advisors are expected to regularly check in with the Hope Squad Members, give them support if needed, and ...
Do existing Hope Squad Members continue the program for all 3 or 4 years or should Advisors start fresh every year?
Advisors have the option to advance current Squad Members. It is recommended to meet with current Squad Members to discuss their interest in continuing with the Squad and their availability to remain an active Squad Member. Alternatively, Advisors do ...
What are the parent manuals?
Parent manuals are for parents of Hope Squad Members. The manuals explain what their children will be learning in the Hope Squad and provide at-home discussion questions that correlate with the lessons they are learning in the meetings. The parent ...
When is the best time to meet with my Squad?
Hope Squad requires that you meet with the Squad at least once a month. Advisors may determine what meeting time works best in their school settings. The most ideal time to meet with a Hope Squad is as a class, allowing for the maximum time to spend ...