Determining Behavior Function

A high-impact executive summary and leave-behind handout for the CPS District Grant pitch. This version updates the quote attribution to "Think:Kids at MGB" and focuses on project vision, impact data, and long-term sustainability.

A restorative 2-page reflection packet designed for a student who created a dangerous object from a push pin and paper. Formatted with large, highly legible fonts and spacious, multi-line writing boxes, it guides the student through impulse control coaching, understanding physical safety risks, and co-creating a restore plan with their Assistant Principal.

An updated restorative slide focusing on the '4 Rs' of ownership: Reality, Ripple, Root, and Repair, specifically designed for a student recognizing the impact of bullying behavior. All font sizes have been increased to ensure visibility and legibility.

A highly professional, 2-page print-ready Counselor Reference Sheet for middle school counselors in 2026. It covers three major behavioral priorities: Apathy & Low Motivation, Reactive Aggression & Dysregulation, and Digital Distress & Distraction. Includes actionable immediate pivots, a Tiered Intervention Matrix, a Rapid Assessment Protocol, and a writable follow-up log with spacious writing areas.

A reflective worksheet for 4th-grade students to process incidents of physical aggression like pushing or shoving. It uses a 'Space Patrol' theme to teach personal space concepts and encourages empathy and restorative action.

A professional bi-fold poster presentation for the Arlington Public Schools CPS expansion proposal, featuring strategic alignment, rationale, data visualization, and impact metrics.

A 15-hour training program for middle school cafeteria staff focusing on respect, anti-bias, and child safety. This visually-heavy program is split into 10 hours of focused classroom-style learning and 5 hours of on-the-job application.

A comprehensive K-12 bullying prevention curriculum strictly aligned with Texas David's Law and TEC Chapter 37, focusing on the distinction between conflict and bullying, cyberbullying, and school safety. Now renamed to the Leadership Protocol.

A 6-week social-emotional learning curriculum for a 13-year-old girl on the autism spectrum, focusing on managing specific triggers through a strength-based "Integrity Blueprint" lens.

An 8-week social-emotional learning unit for 4th graders focused on developing interpersonal problem-solving skills using the STEP process. Each 20-30 minute session includes behavior expectations, ice breakers, and interactive activities to build empathy, communication, and decision-making skills.

A practical, hands-on unit for 7th graders focusing on the essential skills and responsibilities of child care, from hygiene and feeding to safe handling and diapering.

A comprehensive 16-week DBT program adapted for children with high-functioning autism, using shipwrecks and plane crashes as high-interest metaphors for emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance. Each week includes a counselor guide, parent guide, and client worksheet themed around historical salvage and survival missions.

A comprehensive 5-week restorative intervention (3 sessions per week) for high school students struggling with chronic tardiness. The sequence progresses from root cause discovery and routine design to building resilient habits, navigating social/school barriers, and long-term sustainability.

A comprehensive unit on social thinking skills, using a detective agency theme to teach behavior evaluation, social problem solving, and behavior mapping.

A 6-session counseling program focused on flexible thinking and reducing hostile attribution bias through the 'Thought Detective' metaphor, specifically designed for 4th-grade students with diverse social-emotional needs.

A Tier 3 CBT intervention sequence focusing on the cognitive triangle: how thoughts lead to feelings, which drive behaviors. Designed for intensive, small-group or individual support.

A comprehensive individual anger management curriculum for middle school students, focusing on tactical strategies for managing triggers, navigating feelings of injustice, and rebuilding community connections. The curriculum uses a 'Mission Briefing' aesthetic to engage students through visual mapping and low-writing, conversational activities.

A 12-lesson social-emotional learning sequence themed around 'Mind Mechanics,' where students become 'mechanics' of their own minds to develop self-awareness, growth mindset, and social reasoning. Each lesson includes a facilitator script, student workbook pages, and visual anchor charts.

A comprehensive overview of Somerset ISD's Thrive Center model, transitioning from traditional barriers to a school-embedded mental health support system.

A professional development session for high school teachers focusing on restorative practices, emotional regulation, and the implementation of proactive care plans. This lesson equips educators with the tools to handle chronic emotional challenges and foster deep connection with students in grades 9-12.

A 20-minute SEL lesson for 3rd graders with varying learning needs, focusing on empathy and the difference between friendly teasing and mean behavior. Features simplified language, high-visual support, and behavioral management strategies for challenging classroom dynamics.

A collection of restorative writing prompts and reflection tools designed to help middle school students process behavioral incidents, understand impact, and plan for repair.

A lesson focused on developing empathy and patience when dealing with repetitive, annoying behaviors in others. Students learn to recognize the "loop" and apply strategies to respond calmly and constructively.

A presentation and companion handout detailing school-based social work programs, highlighting guiding principles, service models, and staff support structures for community partners.

Ova lekcija usmjerena je na osvještavanje uloge promatrača u situacijama vršnjačkog nasilja kroz analizu pisanih scenarija i kritičko razmišljanje o mogućim intervencijama.

A comprehensive reflection and goal-setting workshop for middle school students attending Friday School to process their actions and plan for a successful week ahead.

A lesson centered on the book Tough by Erin Frankel, focusing on perspective-taking and understanding the internal motivations of a student who exhibits bullying behaviors. Students will apply the school's specific definition of bullying and explore how empathy can transform relationships.

A comprehensive set of tools for teachers to support students experiencing work avoidance or shutting down, focusing on emotional regulation and proactive intervention.

A 55-minute session for 6th graders to explore behavior patterns, triggers, and functions using assessment maps and scenario-based activities. Students learn to advocate for positive supports by understanding the 'why' behind actions.

A professional presentation and administrative guide for school leaders regarding the end-of-year Behavioral Threat Assessment (BTA) and Safe and Supportive School Program (SSSP) reporting processes and future planning.