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Lessons

Handover Heroes

A supportive set of resources to help students navigate the transition between school counselors, focusing on emotional regulation and building new connections.

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Patricia Perry

Diversity LSSSCA Counselor Guide Updated

Diversity Lesson

A 30-minute guidance lesson for 4th grade based on 'The Day You Begin' by Jacqueline Woodson, focusing on appreciating differences and similarities in accordance with the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling. Includes a counselor guide, presentation slides, and a bilingual student worksheet featuring a Circle Map and Venn Diagram. Title updated to 'Diversity'.

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Monica Pedroza

The Talking Stick Circle

This lesson introduces K-6 students to the Indigenous tradition of Sharing Circles and talking sticks, fostering respectful communication and active listening skills. Students will learn the significance of everyone's voice through storytelling and guided practice.

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Julie

Vision for Purpose

A creative workshop for youth to explore God's plan for their lives through vision boarding, scripture, and guided reflection. Students will identify their spiritual gifts and set faith-focused goals.

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Gwendolyn Gunn-Ingram

Embrace Our Differences

A 60-minute lesson for 5th and 6th-grade students designed to foster an inclusive classroom environment by celebrating individual uniqueness and understanding the broad dimensions of diversity.

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ConceptX

Who Am I? Discovering Identity

A middle school lesson designed to build self-awareness and confidence by exploring personal identity, values, and strengths through interactive activities and reflection.

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Marcus Virgil

Ride the Wave Escape Room

A 60-minute immersive escape room experience where students navigate five themed stations based on the movie Soul Surfer, exploring Bethany Hamilton's resilience and Hawaiian surfing history through ciphers, research, and a physical race.

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Kathleen Basoco

Voice Power

A comprehensive self-advocacy curriculum designed for young adults to navigate school, home, community, and the workplace with confidence. Focuses on personal identity (pronouns), legal rights (ADA/IDEA), and practical communication strategies.

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Tia Washington

The Outlier Edge

A lesson designed for middle school boys to explore the value of individuality, the power of positive self-talk, and how to embrace being an 'outlier' as a personal strength.

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Gwendolyn Gunn-Ingram

Rainbow People

A bilingual (English/Spanish) lesson for 2nd graders exploring human diversity and self-acceptance through the book 'All People Are Beautiful'. Students celebrate their unique traits by creating a 'I am a Rainbow' self-portrait.

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Monica Pedroza

Resilient Roots

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.

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sadams4

Respecting Perspectives Discussion Guide

Diversity Check Quiz Assessment Worksheet

Diversity in Our Community Project Guide

Celebrate Our Differences

This lesson helps students understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives within their classroom and the wider world. By exploring various aspects of diversity, students will learn the importance of respect, empathy, and inclusion.

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ConceptX

Materials

Foundations of Belief Handout

A professionally proofread and formatted 2-page Christian Philosophy of Education titled "Foundations of Belief." This version uses a 13px font size and optimized spacing to fit all content, including teacher responsibilities and a personal commitment, perfectly onto two pages. It features an academic tone suitable for colleagues.

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Carlina Hui

Dual Feelings Handout

An updated dual-page handout for exploring anger and hurt. Page 1 features an expanded tracing area for teen hands with clear instructions. Page 2 provides deeper reflection questions, including a new section focused on the transition from "playing the adult" back to being a teenager.

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angela_candelaria

Get to Know You Grid Worksheet

A compact 15-item 'Get to Know You Grid' optimized to fit on a single page. It features a smaller title font, reduced header spacing, and shortened grid heights while maintaining clear writing lines and supporting icons for ELL students.

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Kirstin Reed

Community Circles Poster

A creative, printable concentric rings poster (8.5x11 inches) for students to color and write on. It features visual nested circles representing Self, Local, and Global communities, alongside beautiful prompt boxes for self-reflection on values and hobbies.

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ebakke

Story Shift Toolkit Handouts

A high-quality 2-page printable layout designed to be cut in half to create four distinct 5.5x8.5" landscape handouts. The toolkit covers the paradigm shift, core beliefs, practical applications (externalizing the problem, exceptions), and why it matters in school settings. It contains clear cut-lines and large, readable, table-friendly card visual styles.

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Sabrina Curcio

Cultural Autobiography Slides

Lengthened the blank bubble on the title slide to w-[600px] to accommodate long URL placements, while keeping it entirely free of text and symbols. All other slide content, including references and citations, remains intact.

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Emma Storm

Middle School Compass Parent Guide

A comprehensive 5-page parent resource guide for middle school families, covering academic organization, social dynamics, healthy habits (sleep, nutrition, movement), digital safety, and drug awareness.

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Kayle Jordan

Family Culture Scale Worksheet

A refined, black-and-white minimalist worksheet for the Family Culture Scale, featuring nine reflection questions with structured response options and improved page-break handling.

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angela_candelaria

Fidelity Checklist Facilitator Sheet

A minimal fidelity checklist for habit-formation workshops, containing only the core delivery requirements in a clean, professional layout.

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Chloe LeBlanc

One of a Kind Coloring Sheet

A vibrant, elementary-level coloring sheet designed to celebrate diversity and individuality. It features sections for students to draw themselves and highlight their unique heritage, talents, and favorite words, all framed with encouraging quotes and playful doodles.

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Holly Ortiz

Friendship Bingo Worksheet

A vibrant 5x5 'Get to Know You' Bingo worksheet for 2nd grade students titled Friendship Bingo, featuring summer, hobby, and school-themed squares reframed as questions and prompts. Optimized for a single page with large signature boxes and no footer instructions.

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Melanie Chalmers

Grief Support Handbook Final Edition

An updated 10-page clinical handbook for adjustment counselors, now including a concise overview of the 5 Stages of Grief (Kübler-Ross) integrated with modern meaning-making models and school-based interventions.

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Diane Celona

Sequences

Glow Up Guide (K-4)

A comprehensive SEL-integrated hygiene curriculum for elementary scholars (K-4), focusing on self-awareness, social impact, and personal responsibility through the lens of a 'Glow Up'.

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tkeya.void

Hero Habits Academy

A 10-lesson curriculum designed for 2nd-grade boys to develop focus, personal space awareness, and kind communication through a superhero-themed 'Hero Habits' program. Students learn to 'Power Up' their social skills using comic-book-inspired visual aids and reflective activities.

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KatheV

True North Identity Lab

A 6-week identity and self-esteem program for 5th graders titled 'True North: The Identity Lab.' Students explore their core values, strengths, mindset, and authentic selves through a scientific 'discovery' theme, preparing them for the social transitions of middle school.

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Beverly Rogers

Cafeteria Champions

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.

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Alan Keller

Inner Strength Lab

A comprehensive 9-week social-emotional learning curriculum for 8th graders focusing on anxiety, self-esteem, and healthy relationships. Designed for two 2-hour sessions per week, with structured instruction on Day 1 and independent creative or research projects on Day 2.

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dmartinez

Future Blueprint Portfolio

A comprehensive 5-week sequence for high school juniors to finalize their professional portfolio and career budget, culminating in a formal defense. Includes financial planning, executive summary refinement, resume building, and branding.

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ihayden

The Launchpad

A comprehensive year-long curriculum for high school seniors focusing on college readiness, career planning, financial literacy, and social-emotional well-being. This sequence guides students through the complexities of post-secondary transitions with a special focus on arts-based pathways.

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Acacia McCombs

Rising Above Civil Engineer Teacher Guide

Rising Above Civil Engineer Activity Sheet

Leadership Protocol Bullying Prevention

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.

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Heidi Moore

Fairness Champion Curriculum

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.

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Minakshi Singal

Solution Squad Problem Solvers

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.

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Michelle Ziko

Real Talk Relationships

A 10-session course for high school students exploring communication, boundaries, consent, and conflict resolution across romantic, platonic, and digital relationships.

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Rebecca.Bibeau

Words Matter

A 4-session Tier 1 sequence for K-5 students focused on racial slur prevention, respectful language, and celebrating diversity. Students learn empathy through role-play, sharing traditions, and creating a collective class pledge.

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Oracio Garza

Videos

There’s No Shame in Taking Care of Your Mental Health | Sangu Delle

In this powerful and personal TED Talk, Sangu Delle confronts the deep-seated stigma surrounding mental health, particularly among African men. He shares his own journey of grappling with anxiety while feeling pressured by cultural expectations to remain stoic and unemotional. Delle recounts a pivotal moment when he realized he could no longer suffer in silence, challenging the dangerous misconception that mental health struggles are a sign of weakness or spiritual failure. The video explores critical themes such as toxic masculinity, the scarcity of mental health resources in developing nations, and the human cost of ignoring psychological well-being. Delle provides startling statistics about the lack of psychiatrists in Nigeria and contrasts scientific understandings of mental illness with prevalent cultural superstitions like witchcraft or divine punishment. For educators, this video is an invaluable resource for discussing emotional intelligence, cultural perspectives on health, and the importance of empathy. It serves as a springboard for students to examine how societal norms influence individual behavior and to understand mental health as a universal human right rather than a taboo subject. It encourages vulnerability and seeks to normalize asking for help.

TED

9mins 7s

Different types of stigma

This educational video provides a clear and structured breakdown of mental health stigma, defining it as viewing those with mental illness in a negative way. It categorizes stigma into three distinct types: Public Stigma (society's negative attitudes leading to discrimination), Self-Stigma (internalized negative beliefs about oneself), and Institutional Stigma (policies in government or organizations that limit opportunities). The narration explains each type with concrete examples, such as media stereotypes, feelings of being a burden, and unfair hiring practices. The video explores key themes of discrimination, self-esteem, and systemic inequality. It highlights how media representation fuels public misconceptions that people with mental illness are dangerous or incompetent. It also delves into the psychological toll of self-stigma, explaining how it prevents people from seeking necessary help, and touches upon the broader societal impact of institutional barriers in housing and employment. For educators, this video is a valuable resource for Health, Psychology, and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculums. It provides a shared vocabulary for discussing mental health and encourages students to recognize unfair treatment in their communities. By understanding these three layers of stigma, students can better identify harmful stereotypes in media, challenge their own negative self-talk, and advocate for fairer policies, ultimately fostering a more empathetic and supportive environment.

Brain Health Bootcamp

3mins 8s

How To Find And Pursue Your Passion | Think Out Loud With Jay Shetty

In this interactive workshop-style video, Jay Shetty guides viewers through a comprehensive process of self-discovery to identify their true passions and how to pursue them. Moving beyond the vague advice of "follow your dreams," Shetty introduces practical frameworks including the Japanese concept of Ikigai, the "Quadrant of Success," and the DISC personality assessment. The video combines high-energy motivational speaking with actionable exercises that require viewers to categorize their skills, interests, and behavioral traits. The content explores deep themes of self-awareness, career planning, and personal fulfillment. Shetty breaks down the misconception that passion is just a hobby, reframing it as an environment where an individual thrives. Key topics include distinguishing between "Passion" and "Potential," managing energy by auditing daily tasks, and understanding how different personality types (Outgoing vs. Reserved, People vs. Task-oriented) function best in leadership and team settings. For educators, this video is a goldmine for Career and Technical Education (CTE), Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and psychology units. It provides ready-made frameworks for students to analyze their own strengths and weaknesses. The visual models drawn on the whiteboard serve as excellent graphic organizers for classroom activities, helping students map out their future paths, understand their communication styles, and develop a growth mindset regarding skills they love but haven't yet mastered.

HuffPost

33mins 43s

Nietzsche - Overcome Shame, Become Who You Are

This animated educational video explores Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy on shame, authenticity, and freedom, drawing primarily from his work 'The Joyous Science'. The video argues that true freedom is the ability to 'become who you are'—to realize one's innate potential like an acorn growing into an oak tree. It posits that toxic shame acts as a barrier to this self-actualization because it stems from comparing one's authentic self to societal ideals or 'shoulds', leading individuals to adopt false personas to gain acceptance. The narrative delves into key psychological themes including the 'true self' versus the 'false self', the origins of conscience and social conditioning, and the isolating effects of performing a role for others. Through the relatable case study of 'Timmy', a sensitive artistic boy who adopts a hyper-masculine persona to please his mother, the video illustrates the high cost of conformity: alienation, loneliness, and the loss of one's unique identity. For educators, this video serves as a powerful tool for Social Emotional Learning (SEL), philosophy, and psychology classes. It provides a framework for discussing identity formation, peer pressure, and mental health. The approachable animation style makes complex philosophical concepts accessible to high school students, fostering deep discussions about the difference between doing what one 'wants' versus what one 'should' do, and the courage required to live authentically.

Freedom in Thought

10mins 7s

Our Class is a Family Read Aloud | Animated Kids Book | Vooks Narrated Storybooks

This animated read-aloud video brings Shannon Olsen's beloved picture book to life, exploring the concept that family extends beyond biological relatives to include the people we learn and grow with every day. The video begins with a live-action introduction by a young host who sets the stage by defining family through love rather than just relation, followed by a gentle, animated narration of the text. The story illustrates how a classroom serves as a "second home" where students spend most of their time, emphasizing that this shared space creates a unique bond among peers and teachers. Key themes include community building, social-emotional learning (SEL), diversity, and emotional safety. The narrative explicitly addresses that a classroom is a "haven" where it is safe to make mistakes, fostering a growth mindset. It highlights the importance of respecting differences, showing kindness, and sticking together through tough times. The illustrations depict a diverse group of students, including children of various races and abilities, reinforcing the message that everyone belongs. For educators, this video is an essential tool for establishing classroom culture, particularly during the back-to-school season. It provides a shared language for discussing how students should treat one another and helps define the classroom as a safe, supportive environment. Teachers can use this resource to spark discussions about class rules, conflict resolution, and the value of empathy, helping to transform a group of individual students into a cohesive, supportive team.

Vooks

5mins 17s