A comprehensive instructional and planning resource for the 2026-2027 academic year at Evergreen Charter School, featuring monthly planning templates and key academic dates.
A collection of high-energy games designed to help adults with IDD practice self-control, listening, and teamwork in a social setting.
A comprehensive transition toolkit designed to equip 5th graders with organizational strategies and social-emotional resilience for middle school.
This lesson introduces students to the concepts of expected and unexpected behaviors through the lens of being 'Behavior Detectives.' Students will learn how behaviors impact others' thoughts and feelings and how to identify clues in different social situations.
Explores social expectations in the cafeteria, including mealtime etiquette, safety, and maintaining a positive communal space.
Focuses on identifying expected and unexpected behaviors within the classroom environment, emphasizing learning readiness and social harmony.
Students explore their personal strengths and emotional resilience through a 'Legendary Hero' themed craft and activity. They will identify their unique talents and learn how to use these strengths to navigate various emotions.
A comprehensive transition lesson for 3rd graders moving to 4th grade, covering academic shifts, social growth, and strategies for managing transition-related anxiety.
The second week focuses on the emotions of termination and preparing for the future, culminating in a celebration of the student's growth and a formal goodbye.
The first week focuses on reflection and skill-building, helping the student identify the 'souvenirs' (coping skills and lessons) they are taking with them from their counseling experience.
Strategies for building trust-based relationships and auditing the physical and emotional classroom environment for trauma triggers.
Practical strategies for teacher self-regulation and student co-regulation, focusing on de-escalation techniques and maintaining a regulated classroom presence.
Introduction to the "Invisible Backpack" concept, identifying common signs of trauma in the classroom, and shifting the pedagogical lens from deficit to support.
A collection of assessment tools designed for a 2nd-grade girls' SEL group, focusing on CASEL competencies with an emphasis on social awareness and relationship skills.
A collection of resources to help school counselors gather and analyze staff feedback at the end of the school year.
A collection of materials for staff communication, including a pre-filled example newsletter and a blank printable template for weekly updates.
A collection of portable coping strategies designed to help students manage anxiety, sleep difficulties, and sensory overwhelm in the moment.
A guided reflection and problem-solving lesson focused on developing essential soft skills and professional classroom behaviors for 8th-grade students preparing for college and career paths.
A lesson designed to help 5th graders identify fixed mindset thoughts and transform them into growth mindset actions through school-based scenarios and teacher feedback exercises.
A quick, high-impact 15-minute session helping students identify common classroom distractions and master the 'Teacher Tracking' technique to stay engaged.
A 60-minute group session focused on empowering adults in PSR programs to understand their personal rights and practice assertive communication in real-world situations.
A professional development session designed to equip educators with the tools of Crucial Conversations to navigate colleague conflicts and professionalism issues through a clear, progressive escalation framework.
Students step into the role of professional event planners to design a classroom celebration that bridges the gap between home and school. They will create a comprehensive plan including activities, budgets, and volunteer recruitment strategies to maximize family engagement.
A social-emotional learning lesson for K-1 students focused on managing impulses and staying calm during peer conflicts using the 'Bug and a Wish' and 'Stop and Breathe' techniques.
The foundational session focusing on identifying the 'Voice Mechanics'—the specific words and phrases needed to advocate for oneself before reaching a breaking point.
Focuses on identifying triggers and the 'anatomy of an incident' using a collaborative problem-solving framework.
The final session for progress review, portfolio completion, and graduation as a 'Master Architect' of self-regulation.
A cumulative role-play session where students apply all previous skills to complex, multi-step real-world scenarios.
An advanced session on negotiating needs with peers and teachers using a collaborative win-win framework.
Navigating unexpected changes and social frustrations using flexible thinking and 'Stop and Think' blueprints.
Students build a 'Regulation Toolbelt' with specific sensory and cognitive strategies to de-escalate when body alarms are triggered.
Focuses on identifying physiological 'Body Alarms' that signal distress before an emotional escalation occurs.
A comprehensive lesson on self-advocacy skills for middle and high school students, focusing on professional communication strategies for interacting with teachers. Students will learn the '3 Ps' of advocacy and practice specific scripts for common academic scenarios.
An introduction to self-regulation using the 'Brain Engine' metaphor, helping students with ADHD identify their energy levels and use strategies to get back to 'just right' for learning.
A lesson designed for Grade 1 students to identify red and yellow zone emotions and practice three specific calm-down techniques: Dragon Breathing, Wall Pushes, and Progressive Muscle Relaxation.
A final consolidation session where the student reviews their 'Explorer Toolkit' of cognitive flexibility skills and celebrates their progress in their new school.
Focusing on social cognitive flexibility, students learn how to 'build bridges' to new friends. They practice reading social cues and trying different ways to join in play.
Students learn the 'Mountain Climber' mindset to tackle difficult schoolwork and challenges. The session focuses on persistence, breaking tasks into small steps, and using positive self-talk.
This session introduces the concept of 'Brain Gears' to help students move smoothly between different activities and school environments. Students learn to recognize the feeling of being 'stuck' and practice using 'Brain Brakes' to transition.
This lesson introduces the concept of private parts and private places through a social story and interactive sorting activity.
An in-depth workshop for community volunteer tutors focusing on trauma-informed strategies, building trust, and academic support for youth in foster care.
Students join Sam on a bus trip to a working farm, learning about animal safety, venue respect, and the importance of keeping hands to oneself (no hitting) while being a School Ambassador.
A comprehensive 60-minute training session for new teachers on supporting students in the foster care system, focusing on trauma-informed practices, academic stability, and relationship building.
An in-depth training lesson for community volunteers focusing on trauma-informed tutoring strategies for youth in foster care. This lesson covers relationship building, academic stability, and flexibility as core pillars of support.
A lesson for elementary students on identifying anxiety symptoms ('Brain Storms') and using grounding techniques ('Dropping Anchor') to find calm. Includes slides, a worksheet, a teaching guide, and reference cards.
A comprehensive guide for 5th-grade students and parents at South Conejos transitioning to middle school, covering schedules, academics, and emotional growth.
An in-depth exploration of the psychology of procrastination, identifying personal triggers, and implementing high-impact productivity strategies.
A comprehensive clinical treatment framework for geriatric OCD focused on pathological doubt, utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Narrative Therapy to bypass traditional ERP.