In this session, students identify personal stressors and participate in a tactile 'Stress Soup' activity to visualize the physical and emotional impact of cumulative stress. They then explore 'cooling' strategies to prevent overflow.
A high-energy, 15-minute session designed to help students process Interim Assessment results by reframing struggles through growth mindset and gratitude. Students will learn to 'tune up' their internal monologue and identify actionable steps forward.
A 20-minute interactive lesson focused on the lasting impact of words on friendships, featuring a 'toothpaste' analogy and role-play scenarios to practice mindful communication.
Students explore the science of the stress response and practice immediate techniques to regulate their nervous systems during high-pressure moments like exams or major life decisions.
Students will learn how to present their best selves during a job interview by mastering professional hygiene, active listening techniques, and polite communication strategies.
A focused lesson on the seven Spiritual Works of Mercy, helping students identify and apply these acts of love to their daily lives.
Students identify and categorize core human needs (safety, belonging, respect, autonomy) that drive behavior in conflicts.
A supportive 30-minute lesson designed for middle school girls to understand the mechanics of anxiety and build a personalized toolkit of coping strategies.
A 30-minute social-emotional learning lesson for 8th graders focused on chaining coping strategies, communication scripts, and task persistence to manage classroom frustration. Students will analyze a short story, map their own distress tolerance sequences, and practice these skills through multi-step logic challenges.
A 30-minute culminating lesson for 8th graders focused on integrating emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and task persistence for high school readiness. Students practice navigating complex high school scenarios and celebrate their growth.