An expanded lesson on mastering empathy through the 'Perspective Lens' metaphor. Students explore warm-up scenarios, learn concrete strategies (Empathy Mapping, 'I' Statements, Role-Playing), and apply them to complex social situations.

A comprehensive lesson designed to help students understand the purpose of a resume, explore various formatting styles, and craft their own professional profile for future opportunities.

Students practice interview etiquette and evaluate interview behaviors using a simplified rubric and video analysis of common interview mistakes.

Students explore qualities that make a "good employee," such as punctuality, hygiene, and teamwork, through a "Hire vs. Not Ready Yet" behavior sorting activity.

Students will differentiate between hard skills (learned tasks) and soft skills (people skills) using visual aids and sorting activities tailored for low cognitive ability levels.

A comprehensive lesson designed to help students identify, navigate, and resist negative peer pressure while recognizing positive influence. Students will practice assertive communication and develop personal strategies for staying true to their values.

A final review of the curriculum, completion of the post-test, and creation of a personal transition action plan.

Techniques for social integration, including joining campus organizations, networking with peers and professors, and managing social expectations.

Strategies for managing time effectively in a less structured environment, focusing on study habits, balancing social life, and using planners.

Practical skills for independent living, including laundry techniques, basic meal prep, and maintaining a healthy living environment in a dorm.

An introduction to financial independence, covering banking basics, credit vs. debit, and building a sustainable college budget.

Students assess their current readiness for college life and explore the overarching goals of the College Launchpad curriculum through an orientation and baseline assessment.

A set of materials designed to gather meaningful input from students in alternative education settings to tailor instruction and support to their specific needs and interests.

A 30-minute high school lesson designed to jumpstart the college application process for 11th graders, focusing on personal statement brainstorming and summer planning.

A game-inspired goal-setting activity designed for parent-teacher conferences, focusing on identifying student strengths and growth areas through a 'future quest' lens.