Learning to identify physical and mental cues that indicate a need for help or clarification.
A fast-paced workshop designed to help adolescents overcome social anxiety and master the basic 'blueprints' of starting a conversation with a new peer. Students will learn specific openers and body language cues to build meaningful connections.
A lesson focused on interpreting social cues and ambiguous communication to improve interpersonal understanding.
A collection of promotional materials to recruit parent volunteers for Dana Middle School's student-led Ally Action Program.
A literature-based assessment focused on evidence-based reading, active strategy reflection, and identifying conflict and theme through the story of Donovan's social choices.
A lesson focused on identifying negative self-talk and practicing four key coping strategies: positive reframing, deep breathing, grounding, and 'I' statements to improve academic resilience.
A 30-minute counseling session focused on teaching and practicing the box breathing technique to manage stress and anxiety.
A foundational lesson on career research and exploration, focusing on key terminology and real-world application through career scenarios.
A lesson focused on equipping students with task initiation strategies and goal-setting techniques to maximize their performance during state exams.
A Wilson Step 6 aligned lesson focusing on multisyllabic word division and reading comprehension using a sports journalism article about NFL trades.
A fast-paced 30-minute lesson designed to help 8th-grade students recognize different types of peer influence and develop concrete refusal strategies. Students move from defining peer pressure to practicing 'out' plans through realistic social scenarios.
A comprehensive lesson for teenagers to categorize the 'size' of life's problems and match them with appropriate emotional reactions and practical solutions in school and social settings.