A comprehensive lesson designed to help rising middle schoolers navigate the logistical and academic shifts of secondary education through a student handbook and collaborative challenges.
A Pokémon-themed lesson where students identify the four Zones of Regulation through interactive scenarios and choice-based activities. Students learn to recognize emotional states and select appropriate regulation 'moves'.
A fun and interactive bingo game designed for 4th and 5th graders to explore various self-care strategies across physical, emotional, social, and digital domains. Students learn to identify and practice healthy habits for mental and physical well-being.
A high-energy, interactive lesson teaching 4th and 5th graders about diverse self-care strategies through a themed BINGO game. Students will learn to categorize coping mechanisms into Digital & Hygiene, Social & Creative, Mental & Mindfulness, and Physical & Sensory groups.
A lesson exploring empathy and respect through the classic story of The Berenstain Bears and the Golden Rule, focusing on practical applications of kindness in daily life.
A practical, step-by-step project for students to learn how to budget for and select a vehicle within their monthly means.
A deep dive into empathy and inclusion using three pivotal clips from the movie Wonder, including guided reflections and AVID structured discussion techniques.
A dynamic lesson designed to help 6th graders identify their unique personal strengths, understand the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, and build resilience through practical reframing techniques. Students will create a 'blueprint' of their own capabilities and learn how to navigate challenges with a resilient mindset.
A collaborative scavenger hunt focused on identifying and practicing non-combative communication and conflict resolution strategies.
A collection of materials for a school-wide neurodiversity month celebration, including event flyers and inspirational posters.
A deeper dive for grades 3-5 into empathy, prejudice, and inclusion. Students discuss systemic differences and disability awareness, concluding with a collaborative mosaic and a review game.
A foundational lesson for K-2 students focusing on empathy and inclusion. Students explore what it means to be a kind friend and how to include everyone in their "Kindness Garden."
A mental fitness workout designed to sharpen students' critical thinking skills through a series of 'exercises' focusing on logic, bias detection, and perspective-taking.
A 30-minute interactive discussion lesson designed for 7th-grade students with ADHD, focusing on reclaiming personal identity and resisting peer-driven narratives. The lesson uses a cinematic metaphor of being the 'director' of one's own life script.
A presentation and workshop for parents and caregivers to understand school avoidance and how to break the accommodation cycle in middle schoolers.
A self-guided exploration of emotional regulation tools tailored for neurodivergent teens dealing with depression and anxiety, focusing on sensory management and cognitive reframing.
A creative workshop for youth to explore God's plan for their lives through vision boarding, scripture, and guided reflection. Students will identify their spiritual gifts and set faith-focused goals.
A comprehensive two-part session focused on equipping students with the tools to initiate conversations and join group activities while building resilience against social rejection.
A lesson exploring the science of mindfulness through silent coloring, focusing on the nervous system and emotional regulation.
A lesson exploring the four Zones of Regulation and identifying personalized calming strategies for navigating different emotional states.
A lesson designed to help students identify distractions, set clear goals, and practice techniques for maintaining focus during study sessions.
A career exploration lesson for junior high students to identify their interests across multiple career clusters through a visual survey and guided discussion.
A comprehensive counseling session focused on transitioning from disruptive behaviors to successful classroom habits through a visual comparison chart and strategy discussion.
A lesson focused on navigating unkind words from peers using strategies like ignoring, respectful communication, and 'I' statements, with a focus on real-world application.
A 30-minute counseling session focused on creating a collaborative behavior contract to address class attendance, verbal communication, and physical safety.
A hands-on project where 5th graders design and play their own board game to master digital citizenship topics like phishing, cyberbullying, and online safety.
A social-emotional learning lesson for Kindergarteners about the power of forgiveness, using the metaphor of a 'happy dancing dog' to show how letting go of anger makes us feel lighter and more joyful.
A tiered reward system to help students develop respect, kindness, and empathy through a "Quest" themed card system. Includes multiple levels to support behavioral growth.
A practical introduction to managing monthly bills and fixed expenses through a real-world financial simulation. Students will learn to distinguish between fixed and variable costs while balancing a starter budget.
Instructional materials focusing on distinguishing between peer-to-peer talk and adult-student communication, with a specific focus on private topics.
A practical introduction to managing monthly expenses, focusing on rent and utility bills with visual supports and a step-by-step graphic organizer.
A comprehensive set of materials to launch the RRPS Middle School Attendance League, including a promotional flyer, a motivational poster, and a scoring template for tracking weekly attendance data.