Empathetic skill development through emotion recognition, cultural diversity appreciation, and bias confrontation. Targets multi-perspective analysis to support respectful interactions and complex social responses.
A 5-lesson sequence for 9th-grade students focused on developing social awareness and safety by identifying peer behavioral shifts and escalation warning signs through objective observation and non-verbal analysis.
This sequence shifts from identification to action, equipping students with the tools to report misconduct and intervene safely. Students learn the formal mechanisms for reporting discrimination, protections against retaliation, and the '4 Ds' of bystander intervention.
This sequence guides students through identifying physiological and behavioral warning signs of distress, focusing on establishing baselines, mapping internal stress responses, and analyzing external kinetic and vocal shifts to prevent crisis.
A 5-lesson sequence for 7th grade students focusing on restorative practices, the difference between intent and impact, crafting genuine apologies, and the long-term process of rebuilding trust after conflict.
A 5-lesson unit for 7th graders on the formal structure of peer mediation. Students transition from observers to facilitators, learning to maintain neutrality, set ground rules, reframe toxic language, and guide parties toward mutually agreed-upon solutions.
A comprehensive 9th-grade sequence on de-escalation, active listening, and assertive communication to navigate complex conflicts effectively. Students move from understanding non-verbal cues to mastering the 'XYZ' formula and reframing toxic language.
This sequence empowers students to act as third-party neutrals, introducing the specific structure and skills of Peer Mediation. Students learn the distinct phases of a mediation session, the importance of neutrality, and how to facilitate dialogue without taking sides.
A comprehensive 9th-grade sequence exploring the psychological and biological roots of conflict. Students learn to distinguish visible behaviors from hidden needs, understand the neuroscience of emotional escalation, and develop practical self-regulation strategies to navigate complex interpersonal disputes.
This sequence explores the psychology of group dynamics and community care. Students learn to recognize burnout, offer effective support, and advocate for cultures where requesting breaks is normalized and valued.
A comprehensive sequence for 9th-grade students focusing on social communication, specifically how to maintain, deepen, and transition conversational topics effectively in social and academic settings.
This inquiry-based sequence focuses on self-assessment and continuous improvement in the interview process. Students will develop habits for immediate post-interview reflection, analyze performance gaps, learn to process feedback with a growth mindset, and create actionable plans for professional growth.
This sequence explores the interpersonal application of positive reinforcement in leadership, coaching, and mentoring contexts. Students examine how leaders influence group culture and individual performance through specific praise and recognition systems.
This sequence addresses the interpersonal dynamics of trafficking, focusing on healthy boundaries and the specific 'Romeo' or 'Boyfriend' coercion tactics often used against teens. Students will engage in workshops to practice assertiveness and recognize the difference between affection and control.
This sequence frames daily check-ins as a professional leadership and team management competency. Students explore psychological safety, real-world professional stand-ups, and facilitation techniques to design their own 'Readiness Protocols' for teams.
A 10-session course for high school students focused on building and maintaining healthy romantic, platonic, and digital relationships through communication, boundaries, and empathy.
An 8-week intervention program for ninth-grade male students focused on developing commitment, character, and choices through interactive sessions and self-reflection.
A 10-session comprehensive course for high school students focused on building healthy romantic, platonic, and digital relationships through communication, boundaries, and empathy.
An 8-week intervention program for 9th-grade male students focusing on commitment, character, and choices to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.
A 10-session course for high school students focused on building and maintaining healthy relationships through communication, boundaries, and empathy.
An 8-week intervention program for ninth-grade male students focused on academic and behavioral success through the development of commitment, character, and agency.
This sequence trains 9th-grade students in bystander intervention techniques and active allyship within a workplace context. Students explore the psychological barriers to action (the bystander effect) and master the '4 Ds'—Direct, Distract, Delegate, and Delay—to safely interrupt harassment and support colleagues.
A comprehensive sequence for 9th-grade students exploring the legal definitions, impacts, and identification of sexual harassment and hostile work environments in the professional world. Students move from basic legal definitions to nuanced evaluations of intent versus impact and digital professional conduct.
This sequence teaches 7th-grade students how to move beyond simple compromise to collaborative negotiation. Students learn to separate people from problems, brainstorm creative 'win-win' options, use objective criteria for fairness, and develop a BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) to handle complex conflicts effectively while preserving relationships.
This sequence trains 9th-grade students to facilitate peer mediation. It covers the ethics of neutrality, the structural stages of a mediation session, summarizing complex issues into actionable agendas, and drafting sustainable, SMART agreements, culminating in a mock mediation certification.
A comprehensive high school unit on interest-based negotiation and formal mediation. Students move from understanding individual interests to facilitating multi-party resolutions using the Harvard Negotiation Project framework and professional mediation stages.
A high-school level interpersonal communications lab focused on the FAST acronym (Fair, No Apologies, Stick to Values, Truthful). Students transition from self-reflection to active behavioral rehearsal to build 'muscle memory' for self-respecting communication.
An 8th-grade counseling sequence exploring the FAST skills for self-respect (Fair, No Apologies, Stick to Values, Truthful). Students analyze social pressure, digital authenticity, and conflict resolution through case studies and creative projects.
A 9th-grade academic support sequence focused on teaching students how to use advanced graphic organizers—specifically criteria-based Venn diagrams and comparison matrices—to analyze information, compare perspectives, and synthesize findings into written arguments. Students move from basic observations to evaluative decision-making using structured visual tools.
This sequence explores the psychological concept of Radical Acceptance, teaching students to distinguish between acceptance and approval. Students will analyze case studies, relationship dynamics, and civic advocacy to understand how acknowledging reality is the first step toward effective change.
A 10-session course for high school students focused on developing healthy communication, boundaries, and empathy across romantic, platonic, and digital relationships. Students engage in interactive role-plays, games, and reflections to build practical social-emotional skills.
This project-based sequence explores emotional safety and decision-making in relationships. Students learn to balance friendships with romantic interests, trust their intuition, build resilience through rejection, and advocate for equality in their connections, culminating in a personal 'Relationship Rights' zine.
A neurodiversity-affirming sequence for 6th graders to explore their personal space needs and eye contact preferences. Students learn to advocate for their own boundaries while respecting the diverse sensory and cultural needs of others through a 'User Manual' theme.
A comprehensive exploration of college campus culture and student resources, teaching 9th-grade students how to look beyond marketing materials to find authentic community information. Students develop digital literacy skills to navigate complex university websites, evaluate virtual tours, and investigate support systems.
This project-based sequence empowers 8th-grade students to analyze their physical surroundings through a sensory lens. Students will conduct audits, learn design psychology, and create proposals for sensory recovery zones to support self-regulation and environmental advocacy.
A comprehensive two-part sequence designed for high school students to identify, understand, and leverage their personal strengths. Through interactive activities, self-reflection, and collaborative discussion, students discover their 'inner superpowers' to boost confidence and academic success.
A comprehensive 6-session individual intervention for 9th-grade students to foster healthy body image through media literacy, self-compassion, and strength-based reflection. Students develop a personal toolkit to navigate societal pressures and celebrate their unique identity.
A two-session lesson sequence for high school students focused on recognizing social media risks, protecting privacy, and fostering positive digital communities through interactive games, scenarios, and reflections.
A four-part small-group icebreaker sequence designed for high schoolers to build social skills and community through collaborative puzzles and reflective journaling.
A four-session Tier 2 small group sequence designed to foster peer connections through collaborative puzzles and structured reflection. 10th grade students build social skills and classroom community through shared activities and deep conversation.
A four-part series of 30-minute small-group sessions designed to build trust and community among high school students through collaborative puzzles and reflection.
A four-session Tier 2 small-group icebreaker sequence for high school students, using collaborative puzzles and reflective journaling to build a supportive classroom community.
A 5-session social-emotional learning series for teens that explores empathy, active listening, diversity, and community building through interactive activities and reflection.
A targeted intervention sequence helping students navigate societal expectations and environment-specific behaviors for successful social reintegration.
A multi-session project where students connect with local elders through interviews and letter writing, fostering empathy and intergenerational understanding.
A comprehensive 6-session individual support program for students navigating cultural adjustment, immigrant-related stress, and grief. The sequence focuses on building resilience, honoring cultural identity, and fostering social connections through reflective and interactive activities.
A sequence focused on developing social-emotional skills for middle school students, starting with the fundamentals of healthy interpersonal connections.
This inquiry-based sequence examines the legal, ethical, and reputation-based consequences of telephonic communication, moving from privacy laws to developing a personal code of ethics for the workplace.
This sequence explores how accurately labeling emotions in oneself and others improves social connections and conflict resolution. Students will advance from identifying non-verbal cues to applying complex emotional literacy in real-world simulations.
A 9th-grade sequence focused on identifying and labeling complex emotions through the analysis of subtext, nonverbal cues, cultural context, and validation techniques. Students develop social awareness and empathy by acting as 'emotional detectives' in various narrative and real-world scenarios.
A 5-lesson unit where 9th-grade students act as social scientists to observe, analyze, and master the art of greeting across diverse school, community, and cultural contexts.
This sequence explores the sociological and anthropological aspects of mourning, rituals, and memorials. Students move from analyzing global cultural practices to designing their own commemorative tributes, using design thinking to process the concept of loss.
A 5-session exploration for high school students to discover career paths through the lens of empathy and professional impact.
Una serie de sesiones de apoyo individual para padres que enfrentan desafíos específicos en la crianza, desde el perfeccionismo y el TDAH hasta la inmigración y el autocuidado. Cada lección proporciona herramientas prácticas y un espacio de validación emocional.
A comprehensive sequence for 9th-grade students focused on building interpersonal communication skills and applying them to difficult historical and social contexts, including reconciliation.
Un currículo de seis semanas en español diseñado para estudiantes de 9.º grado recién llegados. Aborda etiqueta escolar, habilidades de ELS, manejo del estrés y conciencia social.
A week-long exploration of non-verbal communication, including body language, facial expressions, and personal space, designed for teens to enhance their social awareness.
A 5-part lesson series focused on helping students identify personal and school values while developing service learning projects rooted in kindness. Students use active learning and collaboration to transform abstract values into concrete community actions.
An 8-week intervention program for ninth-grade male students struggling academically and behaviorally, focusing on developing agency through the core pillars of commitment, character, and choices.
A 5-session Tier 2 small-group program for 9th graders designed to develop emotional intelligence, empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution skills through interactive practice and reflection.
This sequence shifts the focus from individual introspection to collective well-being and leadership. Students learn to facilitate check-ins for others, developing empathy and active listening skills required for leadership roles. The arc explores the psychology of psychological safety, how to spot distress in peers, and how to build a supportive community culture. Students move from participants to facilitators, eventually leading community circles or peer support groups.
A 5-lesson sequence for 9th graders focusing on social-emotional check-in procedures, boundary setting, active listening, and peer leadership to build a supportive classroom community.
A 10-session course for high school students exploring healthy relationship skills including communication, boundaries, empathy, and conflict resolution across platonic, romantic, and digital contexts.
This project-based sequence teaches students the iterative cycle of constructive feedback within a collaborative design environment. Students develop social contracts, engage in rapid prototyping, observe fishbowl critiques, and document their growth through change logs and retrospectives.
This sequence immerses students in the professional mechanics of giving and receiving evaluations, moving beyond simple peer review into workplace readiness. Students learn to differentiate personal criticism from professional critique, use the Situation-Behavior-Impact (SBI) model, and practice emotional regulation during performance simulations.
This sequence explores the application of DBT's GIVE skills (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner) in digital environments. Students will analyze digital miscommunication and learn to translate empathy and validation into text, emojis, and social media interactions.
This sequence uses a workshop model to explore empathy and validation, helping students move from surface-level listening to mastering the six levels of validation and 'validating the invalid.' Students build emotional intelligence to de-escalate conflict and strengthen relationships.
A 5-lesson sequence exploring how technology uses schedules of reinforcement (fixed and variable) to drive engagement. Students analyze gamification, social media mechanics, and ethical design to build digital literacy.
A comprehensive unit for 7th-grade students to identify healthy vs. unhealthy romantic relationship indicators, core values, and personal boundaries. Students will develop a 'Relationship Radar' to navigate social dynamics with emotional safety and autonomy.
A comprehensive 9th-grade sequence focused on teaching students how to move from active reading and annotation to synthesizing information from multiple academic sources. Students will explore bias, comparative analysis, and academic integrity to produce a final synthesized written response.
A comprehensive media literacy unit for 7th graders that teaches students to identify, analyze, and deconstruct persuasive advertising techniques across various media platforms. Students progress from recognizing the frequency of ads to critiquing the psychological and visual strategies used to influence consumer behavior.
A comprehensive 10th-grade unit exploring media literacy, behavioral economics, and digital citizenship through the lens of advertising. Students move from identifying rhetorical appeals to deconstructing complex digital marketing ecosystems, culminating in a counter-advertising project.
A 5-lesson sequence for 9th-grade students focusing on the nuances of digital communication, interpreting tone, and making ethical social decisions online. Students progress from basic tone analysis to complex bystander interventions and the creation of a personal digital code of conduct.
A high-school level sequence exploring the psychological and digital mechanisms of modern advertising. Students learn to identify neuromarketing, algorithmic targeting, influencer tactics, and dark patterns to develop critical consumer autonomy.
A 5-lesson unit for 7th graders investigating the impact of social media and digital habits on mental health, concluding with the creation of personalized digital wellness plans.
This sequence explores the ethical complexities of professional and corporate environments, focusing on the tension between profit and moral obligation. Students analyze shareholder vs. stakeholder theories, corporate scandals, and the ethics of whistleblowing, culminating in a two-part crisis management simulation.
A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for 9th-grade students focused on overcoming barriers to help-seeking, mapping support networks, mastering assertive communication, navigating healthcare systems, and establishing healthy personal boundaries.
Una secuencia educativa diseñada para empoderar a estudiantes de secundaria en la alfabetización mediática, enfocándose en desmantelar las tácticas de persuasión de la publicidad, especialmente en productos de alcohol y tabaco.
A comprehensive 3-part sequence for middle and high school students focused on bullying prevention, collaborative classroom management, and emotional literacy. Students will develop empathy, establish shared values, and learn to identify and express their emotions effectively.
A two-session individualized intervention sequence for high school students returning from suspension. It focuses on identifying vaping triggers, developing refusal skills, recognizing manipulation, and rebuilding trust through honesty.
