A comprehensive guide for Arlington High School students to navigate the local summer job market, covering specific local employers, application strategies, and interview techniques.
A comprehensive lesson designed for 7th grade students to identify and shift away from co-dependent 'trauma bonding' behaviors toward healthy, resilient friendship boundaries. It focuses on the 'both can be true' philosophy—acknowledging hard things while maintaining individual emotional ownership.
A lesson designed for early elementary students to learn the social mechanics of making friends, specifically focusing on starting conversations, asking questions, and discovering shared interests through a social story and interactive cards.
A large-group SEL lesson focused on character, exploring the concept of doing the right thing even when no one is watching through interactive discussions and reflective activities.
A social thinking lesson based on the "Body in the Group" ocean adventure, teaching kindergarteners how physical proximity and orientation show interest and participation.
A lesson for 4th graders exploring the importance of honesty, the impact of lies on trust, and how to tell the truth even when it's hard.
A lesson for kindergarteners to establish foundational classroom expectations, focusing on active listening, following directions, and cooperating as a "Classroom Crew."
A lesson introducing 4th graders to emotional regulation and practical coping strategies for managing big feelings like anger, frustration, and anxiety.
A lesson focused on fostering a culture of kindness within the school community, targeting interactions between students and teachers through discussion and active practice.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the motivations behind academic dishonesty and the long-term impact of cheating on personal integrity and community trust. Students analyze realistic scenarios and build a personal 'blueprint' for ethical decision-making.
A guide for students and staff on how to safely navigate and respond to physical conflicts in a school setting, focusing on de-escalation, safety, and restorative practices.
A nautical-themed lesson focusing on decision-making skills for middle-grade students, introducing the 'Pause, Plot, Pilot' framework to navigate tricky situations and peer pressure.
A lesson focused on teaching students self-regulation techniques through mindful breathing, featuring the infinity loop strategy.
A set of resources designed for a therapeutic program to address class and work avoidance using a witty, nautical winter theme. Focuses on self-regulation, coping skills, and the impact of individual behavior on the school community.
A game-inspired goal-setting activity designed for parent-teacher conferences, focusing on identifying student strengths and growth areas through a 'future quest' lens.
This lesson helps high school students identify and navigate social conflict, specifically focusing on scenarios where teasing crosses the line into bullying. Students will analyze 8 realistic scenarios to develop empathy and bystander intervention strategies.
A lesson focused on sensory tools for emotional regulation, specifically the creation and use of calming bottles as a mindfulness technique.
A parent workshop focused on establishing calm and effective morning routines for K-1st grade students to reduce stress and foster independence.
A comprehensive workshop for K-1st grade parents to design stress-free morning routines that foster independence and positive school starts.
A 15-minute Social-Emotional Learning lesson for 1st graders focused on identifying and using healthy coping strategies to manage sadness and difficult emotions. Students explore a 'toolbox' of actions they can take to feel better.
A Parent-Teacher Conference initiative focused on building a 'Kindness Tree' to celebrate student growth and positive character through small, impactful acts.
A charming Valentine-themed lesson for first graders focusing on identifying kind actions and celebrating friendship through a scenarios worksheet and coloring activity.
A 30-minute counseling lesson focused on decoding social signals, understanding perspectives, and choosing effective conflict-resolution strategies for middle schoolers.
The capstone lesson where students synthesize their learning into a final project and apply survival lessons to their own lives.
A reflective session where students track Brian's (and their own) growth over the course of the novel.
Develops adaptability and resilience by practicing survival problem-solving and reflecting on personal setbacks.
Examines the nature of courage, distinguishing it from the absence of fear through Brian's risky survival tasks.
Explores the psychological impact of isolation and the development of self-reliance and inner strength.
Analyzes the relationship between choices and consequences, teaching students how to make responsible decisions under pressure.
Introduces growth mindset and the power of perseverance, comparing Brian's initial despair to his growing determination.
Focuses on emotional regulation and the shift from panic to problem-solving, identifying healthy coping strategies for real-life challenges.
Students explore the impact of sudden change and map their own identities, drawing parallels to Brian's sudden transition from his old life to the wilderness.
A lesson introducing 10th-grade students to the core concepts of Stoicism and resilience inspired by 'The Obstacle Is The Way,' focusing on reframing challenges as opportunities for growth.
A set of high-impact materials for parent-teacher conferences, including informational displays, a family pledge, and an interactive student campaign activity.
A counseling lesson focused on defining bullying, distinguishing it from conflict, and identifying emotional regulation strategies. Designed for middle schoolers, it features role-play scenarios and inquiry-based discussion.
A comprehensive 90-minute lesson focused on identifying and practicing assertive communication using 'I' statements and confident body language. includes a slide deck, practice scenarios, and a visual anchor chart.
A comprehensive small group lesson for high school students focused on decoding social nuances, specifically sarcasm, figurative language, tone, and facial expressions.
Focuses on DBT-based Distress Tolerance skills (TIPP and STOP) designed to provide immediate 'body hacks' for high-intensity emotional moments where grounding alone isn't enough.
Establishes a formal safety plan (The Calm Protocol) that identifies safe spaces, trusted adults, and step-by-step actions for high-stress moments, ensuring the student feels secure even when home life is unpredictable.
Focuses on identifying the physical and emotional signs of dysregulation and building a personalized 'toolkit' of grounding strategies that work across different classroom environments.
A Tier III individual counseling lesson for 10th-grade students experiencing overwhelm, focusing on CBT-based thought reframing and practical stress management strategies through a 'System Reboot' theme.
An interactive workshop where students rotate through stations to practice group decision-making, public speaking, and non-verbal communication. Students will learn the balance between using their voice and active listening through hands-on challenges.
A lesson focused on empowering students to use their voices effectively through role-playing and presentation projects. Students explore empathy, perspective-taking, and communication strategies.
A comprehensive toolkit designed to help educators, students, and families collaborate on resolving chronic absenteeism and building consistent attendance habits. This lesson provides the structure for effective attendance conferences and documented intervention strategies.
An independent learning module designed for 8th-grade students to build emotional intelligence, identify personal triggers, and develop healthy coping mechanisms for managing depression and behavioral challenges.