A foundational lesson for 6th graders focusing on three core pillars of middle school success: active listening, growth mindset, and organizational skills.
Covers AI hallucinations, the necessity of cross-referencing sources, and the core principles of academic honesty in the age of AI.
Teaches students the art of the prompt, focusing on specificity and context to get better academic support without skipping the thinking process.
Introduces the concept of AI as a 'co-pilot' rather than an 'autopilot', clarifying appropriate vs. inappropriate use cases for school projects.
Focuses on verbal delivery and confidence using the Look-Think-Say technique.
Teaches the 1-3-6 rule and visual design principles for creating clean, effective slides.
Focuses on identifying strong versus weak slides and understanding the core purpose of a presentation.
A lesson focused on empowering students to use specific self-advocacy strategies when faced with challenging academic tasks. Students learn to 'Ask a Peer then Teacher' and use the 'Two-Try Rule' before seeking help.
A mindfulness lesson for K-2 students using sensory grounding techniques (5-4-3-2-1) to manage high energy through a nautical 'anchor' metaphor.
A social-emotional lesson for 5th graders focused on personal boundaries, body language, and the difference between intent and impact. Designed for school counselors working with neurodivergent students using restorative practices.
Explore the process of identifying problems and developing innovative solutions, culminating in an elevator pitch for a new business idea.
Discover the characteristics of an entrepreneur, the importance of a growth mindset, and the balance between risk and reward.
A comprehensive framework for supporting chronically absent students aged 16+ in New Jersey, focusing on intervention strategies, alternative pathways, and documentation before dropout consideration.
A comprehensive project where students research and plan their lives 15 years into the future, focusing on career paths, education requirements, and realistic financial budgeting.
A comprehensive lesson for middle schoolers on the financial and practical considerations of purchasing their first vehicle, covering budgeting, insurance, and car types.
A lesson focused on identifying anger triggers and practicing healthy resolution strategies through realistic middle school scenarios. Students will role-play common conflicts and use de-escalation techniques to find positive outcomes.
A 30-minute counseling session focused on managing impulsivity and developing a respectful attitude through the 'Pause' button technique and effective communication strategies.