Students explore self-management, decision-making, and metacognition through a 'Command Center' metaphor. This lesson provides visual instruction and a set of reflection prompts for students to integrate into their personal journals.
A hands-on creative session where students mold physical 'Pause Buttons' out of clay to serve as tactile anchors for emotional regulation. Students pair their physical buttons with 'Response Sentences' that help them transition from reaction to intentional response.
This lesson focuses on identifying communication breakdowns and practical solutions through relatable real-life scenarios, helping students develop empathy and effective interpersonal skills.
A lesson exploring communication dynamics through 'bridges' that connect people and 'obstacles' that block understanding. Students analyze real-world scenarios to improve their interpersonal skills.
A comprehensive 5th-grade career and college exploration lesson focused on self-discovery, pathways to success, and long-term goal setting. Students explore career clusters, compare higher education options, and develop soft skills through a 'Future Architect' theme.
A comprehensive lesson focused on mastering the job application process, from understanding terminology to tailoring skills for specific roles.
A structured reflection lesson designed to help students analyze their performance over the past six weeks, identify growth areas, and set actionable goals for the next cycle.
A comprehensive 6-week reflection unit for AVID students to evaluate their academic progress across 8 classes using growth mindset principles and the WICOR framework.
A comprehensive lesson for middle school students on identifying, communicating, and maintaining personal boundaries across physical, emotional, and digital spaces using an architectural blueprint theme.
Two 30-minute sessions for 6th grade using concepts from 'Restart' by Gordon Korman to analyze social leadership, school-wide culture, and building a legacy of advocacy.
Two 30-minute sessions for 5th grade using 'Zero' by Kathryn Otoshi to explore digital footprint, social capital, and the value of inclusion.
Two 30-minute sessions for 4th grade using 'Confessions of a Former Bully' by Trudy Ludwig to understand the roles in the bullying circle and practice specific 'Power Shift' strategies.