This 30-minute SEL lesson for 7th graders explores the connection between strong emotions and core values, helping students use their feelings as a compass for personal alignment and agency.
The capstone session where students consolidate their learning, create a vision board, and write a letter to their future ninja self.
Focuses on consistency and the daily grind, providing tools for tracking motivation and building automated positive habits.
Identifies common 'blockers' like fear and procrastination, and uses role-play and discussion to build 'ninja' defense strategies.
Covers the fourth 'P' (Positivity), teaching students to reframe negative thoughts and maintain a growth mindset during setbacks.
Teaches the third 'P' (Plan), where students turn vague goals into concrete, actionable steps using the Action Plan Builder.
Focuses on the second 'P' (Purpose), guiding students to connect their daily actions to their deeper 'Why' to sustain effort when things get tough.
Explores the first 'P' (Passion), helping teens identify what truly excites them and how to leverage those interests to fuel long-term goals.
Introduces the concept of the Motivated Ninja and the 4 P's Strategy, debunking the myth that motivation is just a feeling and providing a baseline self-assessment.
A synthesis lesson where students combine their knowledge of clusters, paths, and skills to create a personalized career vision.
Practical training in professional communication, dress codes, and workplace behavior expectations.
Introduction to high-demand soft skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, and their importance in the modern workforce.
An exploration of the various educational and training routes available after high school, including apprenticeships, college, university, and direct entry.
Students will explore the 16 career clusters to identify broad areas of interest and understand how different jobs relate to one another.
A supportive session for parents at Burlington Public Schools focused on enhancing parenting skills, self-care, and family relationships through the Parenting Journey program.