A 45-minute small-group lesson for 7th graders to learn emotional regulation strategies. Students practice deep breathing, positive self-talk, and reflection to manage frustration and reduce classroom outbursts.
A lesson focused on mastering time management through hands-on 'trials' that teach punctuality, task estimation, scheduling, and focus techniques.
A visual career exploration lesson designed for students with moderate to severe disabilities, using real photos to identify interests across various career clusters.
A social-emotional learning lesson for Tier 2 small groups focusing on identifying spheres of control and practicing assertive I-Statements in social scenarios.
Program review, celebration of growth, and completion of the EF Post-Test.
Instruction on effective note-taking and test-taking strategies tailored for middle school.
Practical strategies to defeat procrastination and streamline homework routines.
Building an awareness of time and learning how to estimate how long tasks actually take.
Developing cognitive flexibility to handle changes in schedules and different teaching styles.
Strategies for overcoming the 'freeze' and getting started on difficult tasks immediately.
Focuses on organization of physical and digital spaces and long-term project planning.
Introduction to the brain's "Command Center," establishing group norms, and completing the EF Pre-Test.
A 15-minute lesson exploring the pitfalls of 'downward social comparison' and how to build authentic self-esteem without diminishing others. Students will learn that true confidence comes from personal growth rather than putting others down.
A concise 15-minute introduction to classroom norms centered on the core values of Respect, Integrity, and Safety. Students will define these values and commit to a shared culture of success.
An industrial-themed teamwork lesson where students act as "Mind Mechanics" to apply the 4Cs and Computational Thinking to a complex engineering challenge.
A high-stakes engineering challenge where students use the 4Cs and Computational Thinking to design, build, and document the ultimate cup tower structure.
A social skills lesson focused on navigating common holiday situations like family gatherings, egg hunts, and conversations using an Easter theme. Includes interactive slides for group discussion and printable task cards for practice.
Introduces the Social Intelligence Academy and explores "Vibe Checks"—the criteria for healthy, high-functioning middle school friendships.