Students will develop empathy by practicing perspective-taking and identifying social cues in others, acting as 'social explorers'.
This lesson focuses on building foundational self-advocacy skills for students who struggle with boundaries. It introduces the concept of assertive communication and provides practical scripts for setting physical and social boundaries with friends.
A proactive mental health planning session where students design a 'wellness menu' to maintain emotional balance and social connection during summer break.
A targeted CBT session using the game Uno Flip to help students identify evidence for their thoughts, challenge catastrophizing, and manage social anxiety.
A lesson sequence for high schoolers on managing 1:1 take-home Chromebooks, focusing on transport safety, home care, and district policy accountability.
A lesson exploring the biblical virtue of diligence through the lens of ancient builders and laborers, featuring Nehemiah, Ruth, and the Temple craftsmen.
A practical exploration of the financial and lifestyle differences between renting and buying a home, focusing on fixed monthly costs and budgeting.
An engaging introduction to school counseling services for middle and high school students, featuring counselor bios, service overviews, and interactive activities.
A high school lesson exploring the distinction between hard and soft skills, focusing on 'The Skills to Pay the Bills' framework and integrating Xello for career exploration.
Students design their 'Life Sim' avatars, choosing goals and constraints that will influence their gameplay. They learn that every character starts with different strengths and challenges.
Students attempt to create the 'Perfect Week' for their avatar using a fixed set of time resources. This lesson focuses on understanding capacity and the reality of 168 hours.
A comprehensive lesson designed to empower students with assertive communication strategies to stand up against bullying. Through roleplay, reflection, and visual aids, students learn to use their 'mighty voice' and 'hero shield' to handle challenging social situations.
A comprehensive 30-minute lesson on self-advocacy focusing on the skill of asking for help, including modeling, guided practice, and reflection.
An intensive session where students explore neurodiverse communication styles and practice specific strategies for when their 'signal' isn't being received by friends.