Peer Assistance Leadership (PAL) at Niguel Hills is an official program supported by and recognized by the Orange County Department of Education. This class focuses on building leadership skills in students and teaching them how to help others and help the community through service learning. Students also participate in service projects for the community and the school. Throughout the year students will develop their interpersonal and communication skills, to foster community awareness, and to apply problem solving and critical thinking skills to peer, social and personal situations. Students in PAL are a visible representation of the school and coordinate activities with a goal of building a positive student community within our school. In addition, students work closely with our special population students on a weekly basis. Interested students will need to complete an application and have two teacher recommendations. An interview will be required. Space is limited.