Three Tiered Behavioral Support

"One of the most exciting prevention resources available. There has never been such a comprehensive effort thoroughly based in research, creative and right on. Relate is a benchmark - a breakthrough that will mark a change in the way we do our prevention work."

Cordelia Anderson, nationally recognized prevention leader and consultant

Thanks to their broad content base, modular structure, and flexible learning system, you can use Ripple Effects social learning programs in a range of settings, to achieve a range of outcomes, in a range of ways. Unlike many pre-scripted programs, there are many "right ways" to use them.

Your goals, time constraints, computers available, number of students, and other factors, will all shape the most effective way to use the programs. Think of them as Lego™ sets, where you can combine the elements in different ways to meet your individual needs.

Who they're for

The range of youth-serving adults and educators are using Ripple Effects software-after-school program facilitators, counselors, health educators, in-school suspension coordinators, mental health specialists, mentors, nurses, parents, peer facilitators, police officers, prevention specialists, probation officers, psychologists, teachers, vice principals.

What they're for

for independent problem-solving, to prompt disclosure and catalyze communication;
for targeted intervention, to solve an immediate problem, at teachable moments;
as a long-term, systematic curricula to meet specific outcomes, such as reductions in truancy, reductions in substance abuse, improved behavior, fewer discipline referrals, better grades, greater respect, improved school climate, etc.

How they're used and sample scenarios

where you need them-throughout the school and in the community;
how you need them-independently by the learner, one-on-one with adult facilitation, and in groups;
how long you need them for-minutes, hours, or days.

See "Success Stories" of how others are using them

See how educators are using them in detention/in school suspension, school counseling/mental health, district-wide, in alternative education, in an after-school program, for youth corrections.