A comprehensive self-management lesson that uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles to help students move from a blame mindset to taking full responsibility for their actions. Students analyze characters from 'Inside Out 2' and 'The Boy at the Back of the Class' to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Day 2 of a 2-day sequence exploring viral reputations, the impact of online actions on others, and balancing authenticity with public sharing.

Day 1 of a 2-day sequence focusing on the intentional construction of a digital identity and future-proofing one's online presence.

A single 45-minute lesson focused on being the 'boss' of your online brand, connecting digital choices to the JHawk Way of being Accountable.

A fast-paced, high-energy 10-minute lesson teaching the STEP model for conflict resolution through a social exclusion scenario. Students learn to navigate rumors and friendship friction like a pro.

A lesson focused on identifying central ideas and morals within realistic fiction through a story about responsibility and growth.

An investigation into high-risk investment tools like stocks and mutual funds, focusing on the principle that higher potential returns often carry higher risks for long-term wealth.

An exploration of low-risk financial tools including savings accounts and CDs, highlighting the balance between security and lower returns.

Students explore the foundational components of a personal budget—income, expenses, and planned savings—while learning how goal-setting and planning can prevent debt and build security.

Students explore the rights and responsibilities of a consumer, focusing on how social media and peer pressure impact decision-making.

Students analyze how political and commercial advertising use techniques like bandwagon, celebrity endorsements, and emotional appeals to influence spending and voting.

A comprehensive lesson designed for middle school students to help them navigate social disagreements using self-regulation strategies and clear communication. The lesson includes a narrative-based social story, a teacher facilitation guide, and a reflective student worksheet.

A focused study of Chapters 11 and 12 of Hatchet, examining Brian's deepening relationship with fire and his internal struggle following the missed rescue opportunity. Students will analyze text evidence and identify various forms of conflict.

A collection of restorative practice tools designed to help students reflect on their actions, understand the impact of their behavior, and create a plan for restoration following peer conflict, classroom disruption, social media incidents, or academic dishonesty.

A comprehensive end-of-year portfolio project where students build a professional Google Site to showcase their instructional practices, previous projects, and future career plans in education.

A lesson focused on restorative justice principles, helping students identify the impact of their actions and master self-regulation strategies to rebuild relationships.

A literary analysis lesson for Chapters 16-17 of *The Giver*, focusing on the depth of human emotion, the concept of 'Love', and the skill of making evidence-based claims.

A high-energy, detective-themed lesson exploring how gerunds function as nouns while maintaining their verb-like properties. Designed for advanced students to master identification and usage in various sentence roles.

A lesson exploring the arrival of the Manager in Chapter 1 of 'The Metamorphosis'. Students analyze the immediate dehumanization of Gregor by his family and superiors, focusing on word choice and the conflict between individual humanity and bureaucratic authority.