School Based Programs

Kids Intervention with Kids in School (KIKS) is a school-based youth development and primary prevention program. KIKS utilizes peer leaders as positive role models for groups of pre-adolescents. The KIKS model focuses on the root causes of self-destructive adolescent behaviors and works with young people to build confidence, communication, decision-making, and appropriate conflict resolution skills. KIKS helps students develop and enhance life skills so that their adolescent experiences can be more positive, productive, and peaceful. Students practice these skills throughout the school year to help themselves and their peers prevent high-risk behaviors.