A counseling-focused lesson for high schoolers to navigate the emotional hurdles of being distracted. It features a decision-tree approach to identify emotional triggers and apply regulation strategies to regain focus.
A presentation exploring non-traditional career pathways in green construction and the trades, focusing on NYC's climate initiatives and training opportunities.
A 30-minute social-emotional learning lesson for 9th graders exploring the 'validation trap'—how the craving for attention and external approval can lead to compromising personal values and tolerating unhealthy relationship behaviors. Students identify their core values and practice navigating scenarios where these values might be tested.
A 30-minute introductory lesson for 9th graders to identify and differentiate between healthy (positive) and unhealthy (negative) forms of attention in social and romantic contexts.
A lesson focused on emotional awareness and goal-setting through visual art and self-reflection. Students explore their current emotional state and identify the emotions they want to cultivate in the future.
A bilingual (English/Spanish) lesson designed for 9th grade newcomer boys to build self-confidence through affirmations and develop the social-emotional skill of seeking assistance.
A set of resources designed to help high school students identify emotional escalation and effectively communicate their need for support to adults.
A lesson focused on helping students with social anxiety develop practical strategies for joining small group conversations in a school setting.
A comprehensive lesson for 15-year-olds on identifying emotional triggers related to peer pressure, academics, and family, providing practical mindfulness strategies to manage reactions and avoid negative outcomes.