At Peers Not Fears, we believe every teen has the potential to lead. Our mission is to provide foundational and personalized leadership skills to teens, regardless of age, race, socioeconomic status, or gender.
Peers not Fears
Through our programs, we aim to:
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Foster accountability and confidence
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Enhance decision-making and independence
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Promote team-building and effective communication
Learn more about our mission and vision.
Leadership is Built in Every Day Moments
Meet Lorraine
Lorraine Connell, M.Ed, MS, is the founder of Peers Not Fears and a seasoned educator with over 20 years of experience. As a leadership coach, she is dedicated to empowering teens through intentional coaching that goes beyond academic success, focusing on real-world leadership skills that shape future changemakers.
Read more about Lorraine's journey and philosophy.
Lorraine Connell finds and cultivates the leadership potential in some of the most traditionally overlooked students: the shy kids, the class clowns, and everyone in between. She encourages her students to cast away their labels and empowers them to embrace their differences. She creates positive change by leading through example. It is truly inspiring.
Sara P.
High School Educator