Peer Support Leaders
Peer Support Leaders (PSLs) at Unity Secondary School foster a caring school community through peer bonding, helping, and influencing. Learn about their roles, programmes, and the students recognised for making a positive difference.
Vision
A community where every student is valued, accepted and respected.
Mission
Peer Bonding. Peer Helping. Peer Influencing.
Values
Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
Who We Are
At Unity Secondary School, our Peer Support Leaders (PSLs) play a vital role in shaping a caring and enabling school environment. Guided by the vision of a community where every student feels valued, accepted, and respected, PSLs are the heartbeat of peer support and relations in each class.
More than just leaders, PSLs are role models of compassion and respect. They bridge connections among classmates, promote well-being through meaningful class engagements, and nurture a sense of belonging built on care, trust, and respect.
The Role of PSLs
🫱🏼🫲🏽 Attend PSL meetings and workshops (2–3 times per month, every Tuesday or Friday)
📣 Facilitate class or school-level sharing on peer support and relations (PSR)
🧑🤝🧑 Lead class engagement activities that build a positive classroom climate
💪 Support peers actively in class and CCA settings
❤️ Include and reach out to classmates proactively
🔒 Model accountability and integrity among peers
🎡 Plan and execute school-wide events promoting wellness and inclusion
Our Structure and Programmes
To meet the diverse needs of students, the PSL Programme is organised into three tiers of support, each led by PSLs and guided by teacher mentors.
Peer Support Leaders programme tiers, focus and key programmes
Tier | Focus | Key Programmes / Platforms |
Tier 1 | School-wide and Class Engagements | • Termly Assembly Sharings • Form Class Bonding (FCB) Sessions • PSR Class Sharings • ReCodeU Workshops • Wellness Carnival • PSL Spotlight • CommUNITY IRL: Talk |
Tier 2 | Targeted Peer Check-ins & Early Intervention | • Termly Check-in Surveys • ReCodeU Interventions |
Tier 3 | Intensive Support and Referrals | • Student referrals for vaping, bullying, or cyberbullying concerns |
Together, these efforts ensure that every student has access to meaningful peer connection and support — from general community-building to targeted care for students with greater needs.
Selection and Probation Process
Each class nominates PSLs based on teacher endorsement. Character Coaches select representatives by Term 1 Week 5, with all new PSLs placed on a Semester 1 probation period.
Evaluation Criteria
Attendance • Punctuality • Positive Peer Support Behaviours • Active Participation
At the end of Semester 1, PSLs who meet expectations are formally inducted. Inducted PSLs are expected to uphold the team’s commitment and values throughout the year.
Those who do not meet expectations will step down, ensuring that only the most committed and reliable students continue serving as PSLs.
This structure ensures continuity, consistency, and excellence in leadership across all classes.
PSL EXCO Team
Our PSL Executive Committee (EXCO) comprises eight senior PSLs who have demonstrated strong alignment with the PSL Vision, Mission, and Values, as well as conviction and commitment to the cause of peer support and relations.
Working in tandem with PSL teachers, the EXCO team:
● Upholds and strengthens PSL culture and norms
● Mentors and supports new PSLs
● Leads in reviewing data to refine and improve PSL programmes
● Plans meetings and coordinates major school-wide initiatives
● Grooms future EXCO and senior PSLs to ensure leadership continuity
Through their stewardship, the EXCO ensures that the PSL movement remains student-driven, purposeful, and sustainable.
PSL EXCO Team members, roles and classes
President | GAJJELA HARSHANI REDDY | 3I8 |
Vice President | TAN YI TING REIKO | 2S4 |
Internal Head | LAI SI YING | 2I8 |
Internal Head | SOFYA QYSTINA BINTE HIRUAN | 2L1 |
External Head | LUBECKA LILIA | 2L2 |
External Head | RIZQA AULIA BINTE HAFIZUL FARHAN | 3A6 |
Secretary | KOH MING XUAN, JAEDEN | 3I7 |
Secretary | NG KANG JUN LUCAS | 3I8 |
Key Highlight: PSL Spotlight
The PSL Spotlight initiative shines a light on students who go above and beyond to make a positive impact on their peers and create a supportive school community.
Every term, PSLs nominate peers who exemplify Unity’s values in action. The PSL EXCO shortlists and recommends awardees for recognition.
2025 Term 2 Spotlight
● SHAREEQ ZAIDANI BIN ZAIDI, 1LEAD2
● DHIYA SAKINAH BINTE ISWADI, 1SERVE4
● V S VISHAL, 1ACTUALISE6
● CRUZ ATOM RAMIREZ, 1INSPIRE7
● PUTERI ALEESYA MAISARAH BINTE MOHAMED FAIZAL, 2LEAD2
● AAKIFAH NAIRA BINTE ANIS, 2SERVE4
● WONG YI QING PHOEBE, 2ACTUALISE6
● SO MYAT NOE, 2INSPIRE8
● CAPUNO PHOEBE YSHBELLE JAVIER, 3LEAD2
● LIN HONGXI, 3SERVE4
● CHAN YAN YOU, ZAVIER, 3ACTUALISE5
● TNG LE EN, MIRANDA, 3INSPIRE8
● ADAM SHAH BIUN ISWADI, 4LEAD2
● AADEN SOH RUI HENG, 4SERVE3
● CHERYL LING LEONG SHUEN, 4ACTUALISE6
● KALUM ARTHUR COMES, 4INSPIRE8
2025 Term 3 Spotlight
● EUNICE ONG XI EN, 1LEAD1
● ANDREANA MIKAYLA BINTE ANDY, 1SERVE3
● LIM EN XI GISELLE, 1ACTUALISE6
● SEET EN XI AMELIA, 1INSPIRE8
● MUHAMMAD HFIY RAYYAN BIN SAIMI, 2LEAD2
● KONGSON PICHANES (JAYDA), 2SERVE4
● HAIQA ALIA BINTE RIFQI, 2ACTUALISE6
● YANG QIUCI , 2INSPIRE8
● YE JING HONG, 3LEAD1
● DADI RUTHWIK BABU, 3SERVE4
● NG PIN CHAO, 3ACTUALISE6
● LAI YING XI, 3INSPIRE8
Event Highlight: Wellness Carnival
The Wellness Carnival is a signature PSL-led event that empowers students to take charge of their own well-being.
Key Outcomes:
● Identify the different areas of wellness
● Take ownership of personal well-being
● Apply practical strategies to build mental wellness and resilience
● Develop self-regulation and social-emotional skills to manage emotions effectively
Through interactive booths, activities, and peer sharing, the carnival fosters holistic wellness while strengthening school connectedness.