A Life Skills lesson for middle schoolers to differentiate between medium and big problems, focusing on emotional regulation and appropriate response levels.
A comprehensive intervention designed to help students identify and challenge cognitive distortions during high-stakes testing seasons, focusing on cognitive reframing techniques to build resilience.
Students embark on a career exploration project where they research a profession of interest, focusing on education, salary, and job outlook. This lesson provides the project framework, evaluation criteria, and a step-by-step guide to conducting professional research.
An introductory lesson for 7th graders to explore the 17 Colorado Career Clusters and identify high-demand industries within the state. Students will learn how their interests align with future career paths in the Colorado economy.
A mentor-facilitated program designed to build student confidence through positive self-talk, growth mindset exercises, and practical coping strategies. The materials provide a structured but flexible framework for meaningful 1-on-1 sessions.
A session focused on the 'how' of school, teaching students to manage their time through backwards planning and organizing their physical and digital learning spaces. Activities include a 'Time Thief' movement game and backpack/folder audits.
A foundation-building session focused on establishing psychological safety, group norms, and the shared purpose of the Academic Rebound program. Students participate in movement-based activities to build connection and define what they need from each other to succeed.
The final session celebrating growth. Students reflect on their progress, set long-term SMART goals with a growth mindset, and participate in a final 'Launchpad' celebration.
Focused on communication skills, students learn how to advocate for their needs with teachers. Includes role-playing scenarios for asking for help and practicing professional email etiquette.
Instruction on active note-taking systems and evidence-based study strategies like active recall and spaced repetition. Students engage in a 'Study Hack' station rotation to test different methods.