This lesson introduces students to the ACT WorkKeys assessment, highlighting its significance in career readiness and the benefits of earning a National Career Readiness Certificate.
A comprehensive lesson on restaurant etiquette covering menu reading, ordering, manners, volume control, tipping, and conflict resolution.
The core 90-minute training session covering four industry-specific challenges. Students rotate through scenarios to master the 4-step professional process for following instructions.
A lesson designed for two first-graders to learn how to replace screaming and eloping with verbal communication using a feelings chart. Through role-play and visual aids, students practice identifying their emotions and stating their needs.
A functional skills lesson focused on navigating a restaurant experience on a budget, covering menu reading, budget planning, social etiquette, and group check splitting.
A comprehensive training session focusing on the professional relationship between employees and supervisors. Students will learn about supervisor roles, boundaries, communication strategies, and conflict resolution through interactive case studies.
A lesson focused on mastering time management through hands-on 'trials' that teach punctuality, task estimation, scheduling, and focus techniques.
A visual career exploration lesson designed for students with moderate to severe disabilities, using real photos to identify interests across various career clusters.
A social-emotional learning lesson for Tier 2 small groups focusing on identifying spheres of control and practicing assertive I-Statements in social scenarios.
A 45-minute therapeutic leisure session for teens focused on building social connections and team dynamics through collaborative activities and reflection.
Exploring emergency funds, the basics of credit scores, and strategies for avoiding high-interest debt after high school.
Understanding the 50/30/20 rule, identifying personal "wants" versus "needs," and managing discretionary expenses like subscriptions and entertainment.
Managing recurring monthly bills like internet, phone plans, and electricity, including strategies for reducing usage and costs.
Practical math for grocery shopping, including unit pricing, meal planning on a budget, and the hidden costs of convenience foods.
Comparing the true costs of vehicle ownership versus public transit, including insurance premiums, gas, maintenance, and parking.
A deep dive into the costs of renting, including security deposits, renters insurance, and understanding the terms of a standard lease agreement.
Students identify different components of a paystub, understand FICA and income tax deductions, and calculate accurate net monthly income based on their current jobs.
A practical, hands-on lesson designed for working high school seniors to navigate the transition to independent living. Students analyze their current income and projected expenses for housing, food, and transport to build a realistic monthly budget.
Preparing for independence. Students review progress reports and finalize a plan for seeking teacher support autonomously.
Establishing consistent habits and routines. Students refine their planning process to require less counselor prompting.
Developing teacher communication skills. Students practice scripts for asking for help, clarifying assignments, and negotiating deadlines.
Time estimation and scheduling. Students practice predicting how long tasks take and slotting them into their Jawsome flex time.
Focus on categorization and prioritization. Students learn to distinguish between urgent tasks and long-term projects using a priority matrix.
Introduction to the "Grade Audit" process. Students learn to navigate their online portals efficiently and identify missing assignments.
Final reflection on growth, system optimization, and a maintenance plan for sustained executive functioning success.
Building resilience and flexibility for when plans change, teaching students how to adjust their "maps" without losing momentum.
Strategies for managing physical and digital environments to minimize distractions and identify "Peak Focus" hours.
Translates goals into a concrete weekly schedule using the "Master Map" to visualize deadlines and study blocks.
Uses a visual "Priority Radar" to help students distinguish between what is urgent and what is truly important in their academic and personal lives.
Addresses "time blindness" by comparing estimated vs. actual time for daily tasks, helping students build more realistic schedules.
Focuses on overcoming procrastination and "stuckness" by breaking down complex tasks into manageable, non-intimidating units using the "Breakdown Blueprint."
Introduction to executive functioning as the brain's "Air Traffic Control" and a self-assessment of current strengths and challenges.
Reviewing skills learned, troubleshooting obstacles, and practicing self-advocacy for future success.
Organizing physical and digital spaces, establishing routines for material management.
Developing active study habits, creating optimal study environments, and memory enhancement techniques.
Strategies for time estimation, prioritization of tasks, and overcoming procrastination.
Focusing on academic planning, using planners effectively, and the art of backward planning for long-term projects.
Introduction to executive functioning as the brain's 'Command Center' and setting initial SMART goals for the 6-week program.
A comprehensive guide to understanding paychecks, including gross vs. net pay, tax deductions, and the anatomy of a pay stub. Students will learn how to read their earnings statements and manage their direct deposit information.
This lesson empowers students to identify unfair treatment and provides a step-by-step framework for self-advocacy, including 'I' statements and formal complaint procedures.
A 50-minute interactive workshop for high school girls focused on the power of sisterhood, navigating the nuances of Black girlhood, and understanding personal friendship styles inspired by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford's 'Sisterhood Heals'.
Strategies for navigating family dynamics, sibling conflicts, and home-based stressors through clear communication and personal space.
Explores the emotional ups and downs of sports and competition, teaching students how to keep their cool during wins and losses.
Focuses on managing the pressure of grades, tests, and academic expectations through reframing and realistic goal-setting.
Students identify the physical sensations of frustration and learn to recognize their personal 'early warning signs' before they reach a boiling point.
A 15-minute lesson exploring the pitfalls of 'downward social comparison' and how to build authentic self-esteem without diminishing others. Students will learn that true confidence comes from personal growth rather than putting others down.
The final session focuses on long-term maintenance and 'relapse prevention.' Students will create a take-home survival kit and celebrate their growth within the collective.
Students will explore a variety of sensory and cognitive coping strategies. They will evaluate which techniques work best for them and begin building their personal 'Coping Menu'.
This session introduces mindfulness as a tool for presence. Students will practice breathwork and a body scan, discussing how to integrate these small moments into a busy high school schedule.