This session focuses on identifying personal needs and learning how to communicate them calmly to teachers and peers. Students will distinguish between 'wants' and 'needs' and practice using 'I feel...' statements.
A lesson focused on emotional regulation, helping students identify the physical signs of anger and sadness and use calming strategies to prevent hurtful speech.
A counselor-led small group lesson focused on building ELA test-taking confidence, concentration techniques, and mental strategies for handling difficult 'trick' questions on the ILEARN.
A social-emotional learning lesson for grades 4-6 that uses the metaphor of a prism to teach cognitive flexibility. Students learn to 'refract' challenging situations into multiple perspectives, moving from binary 'problem' thinking to 'possibility' thinking.
A lesson introducing students to mindfulness techniques to improve focus and emotional regulation. Includes guided exercises, reflective activities, and teacher support materials.
A social-emotional learning lesson focused on managing anger by pausing before reacting. Students learn to recognize emotional triggers and practice two key strategies: walking away and using 'I' statements.
The final session focused on celebrating growth, reviewing all skills learned, and committing to future peaceful choices.