A high-energy, practical introduction to personal banking. Students will master the differences between checking and savings, learn to navigate the 'overdraft trap,' and build a digital security fortress for their online banking.

An introductory workshop on checking vs. savings accounts, the mechanics of overdraft fees, and best practices for secure online banking.

In this session, school leaders explore the 'studio critique' model from art education and apply it to classroom observations, focusing on objective description and collaborative inquiry.

A practical lesson designed to help students experiencing housing instability navigate financial emergencies through scenario-based problem solving and resource mapping.

A practical financial literacy lesson designed to empower students with unstable housing to manage small amounts of money and plan for a more secure future.

A practical guide to financial goal setting and budgeting designed for youth navigating housing instability, focusing on small, achievable wins.

A practical guide to managing digital subscriptions, focusing on identifying essential services, understanding billing cycles, and finding free alternatives for youth in transition.

Students act as financial investigators to perform a spending audit on a fictional case study, identifying budget pitfalls like subscription creep and impulse buys to recommend corrective actions.

A hands-on lesson teaching students how to identify and manage subscription costs through forensic analysis of hypothetical spending scenarios. Students will learn to spot 'cash leaks' and understand the long-term impact of recurring payments.

A comprehensive lesson on essential study skills, focusing on effective time management techniques and strategic test preparation to help students boost their academic performance and reduce stress.

A comprehensive orientation for the Workforce Internship program, covering policies, expectations, and success strategies for new interns at Commonpoint Queens.

A deep dive into digital minimalism for adults, exploring the attention economy and providing practical tools for reclaiming mental clarity in an age of constant connectivity.

A collection of transition and break slides designed to foster connection and community in the classroom.

A comprehensive lesson exploring post-secondary options in New York, specifically comparing colleges and trade schools to help students make informed career decisions.

A workshop for educators on practical strategies to foster meaningful, trust-based connections with their students to improve engagement and classroom culture.

Students master professional branding by translating their GED journey into a high-impact resume and a compelling 60-second "Elevator Pitch."

This introductory lesson covers the core philosophy of restorative practices, the importance of proactive relationship building, and practical tools like affective statements.

Navigating the critical first steps after receiving the GED certificate, including college enrollment, professional onboarding, and adult student persistence strategies.

A hands-on technical project where students apply their IT skills to design and document a small office network, from identifying hardware requirements to creating a troubleshooting flowchart.

A comprehensive 3-hour workshop on emotional regulation, focusing on identifying vulnerabilities, triggers, the explosion phase, and recovery strategies through a hazard management lens.

A comprehensive lesson designed to help students with no formal work experience build their first professional resume by identifying transferable skills from academics, volunteering, and personal projects.

Developing a concrete post-GED action plan, including placement testing, financial aid for adult learners, and support networks.

Transforming the non-traditional educational journey into a powerful asset for college and job applications through narrative storytelling.