Groups pitch their redesign proposals for school spaces to a panel, justifying their choices with sensory science.
A lesson designed to empower students to understand their IEP goals and practice self-advocacy through scenario-based roleplay. Students will learn the 'Blueprinting' method for communicating their needs effectively to teachers and staff.
A focused session on postsecondary self-advocacy, teaching students with learning differences how to communicate their needs to professors and employers. The lesson emphasizes the transition from high school's automatic support to the self-initiated systems of college and the workplace.
A review of all skills, self-assessment of progress, and a celebration of 'Brain Boss' certification.
Teaches cognitive flexibility and how to 'pivot' when plans change or obstacles arise.
Explores mental strategies for holding and manipulating information, such as visualization and external checklists.
Strategies to overcome the 'getting started' hurdle, focusing on the 5-minute rule and environment setup.
Introduces time estimation and the 'time-mapping' technique to visualize schedules and reduce procrastination.
Practical strategies for physical organization, including locker, backpack, and digital file management.
Teaches students how to differentiate between urgency and importance and break large projects into manageable steps.
