A targeted intervention and student workbook sequence focused on helping middle school students, particularly 8th-grade girls, master starting conversations, active listening, and building quiet social confidence through low-stakes challenges.
A comprehensive, visually structured learning package designed to teach concrete social connection skills, peer empathy, and functional communication scripts. Includes interactive posters and multi-scenario presentation slides for guided classroom practice.
A Tier 1 classroom lesson designed to teach students how their words and voice carry weight, impact others, and echo through their social environments. Aligned with ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors B-SS 1 (effective oral and written communication).
A high-impact social-emotional learning lesson designed for anxious and ADHD students transitioning to middle school. It introduces the 'Control Panel' metaphor to manage the impulse to blurt, talk over others, and react defensively, replacing shame with actionable self-regulation strategies, visual aids, and low-stakes role-play games.
A sharp, logic-forward 1-to-1 session designed to help a student break down negative assumptions, understand the logical purpose of school rules, and develop alternative explanations for teacher actions.
A collection of highly engaging, printable word searches designed for middle schoolers. The packet includes standard grids, definition and synonym searches, and secret message grids spanning pop culture, SEL, life skills, and academic subjects.
A quick-start end-of-year lesson plan and printable materials that utilize partner interviews to spark connection and transition students into planning a week-long Kindness Campaign.
A starter lesson designed for middle school students to introduce, refine, and consistently track SMART goals with action-oriented daily checklists and reflection.
An interactive lesson bundle designed to teach middle schoolers how to advocate for themselves by asking teachers for help effectively, professionally, and confidently.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework and resources designed to establish a positive, respectful, and high-achieving school culture at West Lee Middle School.
A social-emotional learning lesson that equips middle and high school students with a physical, tactile 'Self-Kindness Compass' to guide self-talk and practice self-compassion during unstructured times or moments of self-criticism.
A transition lesson designed to prepare rising 9th graders for connecting with their high school counselor. Focuses on setting boundaries, reducing stigma around asking for help, and proactive outreach.
A lesson focused on developing student self-awareness, personal and cultural values, and positive social interaction skills through interactive presentations and structured small-group activities.
Final Performance Task Completion and Distinction Certificates for Clinton Hill Middle School's Thrive department, customized for the Providence, MIT, and Princeton classrooms for June 2026.
Part 2 of the Bridge Builders social skills group. Focuses on managing change and transition anxiety, setting healthy boundaries, and planning how to stay connected over the summer.
Part 1 of the Bridge Builders social skills group. Focuses on boosting self-esteem by identifying personal strengths and providing positive peer feedback through collaborative activities.
A lesson designed for rising 7th graders to design and track SMART summer goals focused on chores, fitness, sleep, and screen time using a retro video game 'level up' theme. Includes presentation slides, a student blueprint worksheet, and a teacher facilitation guide.