Workplace Rights

A comprehensive 7-day unit for Grade 11/12 Designing Your Future students, focusing on leveraging Gemini and NotebookLM for workplace and college success. Designed for special education contexts, it emphasizes self-advocacy, professional communication, research, and project management through visual and digital tasks.

A comprehensive 18-week course exploring military and non-military public service, focusing on career paths, ethics, leadership, and community impact. This sequence follows the Indiana state guidelines for Introduction to Public Service.

A comprehensive 5-day unit on payroll accounting, covering gross pay calculations, tax deductions, and employer-provided benefits through real-world business scenarios.

A comprehensive unit on personal finance covering income factors, paycheck calculations, employment benefits, tax documentation, and cost-of-living comparisons between Denver and Los Angeles.

A professional-grade functional literacy program for adults, designed as a vocational training 'do-over'. The curriculum focuses on high-stakes literacy for professional independence, community navigation, and administrative accuracy, utilizing a clinical 'Lab' aesthetic that respects the learner's age and experience.

A focused 90-minute workshop on the fundamentals of tipping. Workers learn their legal rights under the FLSA, master the math of tip credits and shortfall payments, and practice auditing pay summaries for errors and illegal deductions.

A comprehensive professional development sequence focused on building a P-12 ICAP system that leads to the Big Three outcomes: Industry Credentials, College Credit, and Work-Based Learning.

A comprehensive year-long curriculum designed to empower students with essential life skills for independence, focusing on financial literacy, social communication, and real-world simulations.

A series of lessons and projects designed to transition students from job-seeking skills to workplace success and independent living, focusing on professional ethics, communication, and long-term planning.

A series of lessons focused on professional communication and career readiness, helping students master the written and verbal skills needed for the workplace.

A comprehensive unit designed to guide students through the modern job application process, focusing on strategic networking, deep company research, and high-stakes interview preparation. Students will learn to build professional connections and tailor their approach to specific company cultures and scenarios.

A comprehensive reentry toolkit for adult learners in Wisconsin, covering personal finance, housing, transportation, and career development after incarceration.

A comprehensive year-long curriculum for high school seniors focusing on college readiness, career planning, financial literacy, and social-emotional well-being. This sequence guides students through the complexities of post-secondary transitions with a special focus on arts-based pathways.

A graduate-level sequence focused on applying FAST skills (Fair, Apologies, Stick to Values, Truthful) to professional identity, boundary setting, and therapist resilience. Students learn to navigate imposter syndrome, ethical documentation, and career advocacy through a clinician-centered lens.

An immersive simulation where students navigate the onboarding process of a new job, making critical decisions about taxes, benefits, and workplace rights to understand their impact on a final paycheck.

A 5-lesson unit for 9th graders exploring total compensation, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits, culminating in a comparative analysis of job offers.

A comprehensive sequence for 12th-grade students on evaluating and negotiating employment offers. Students move from basic financial literacy (calculating total compensation) to critical analysis of benefits, culminating in a professional negotiation simulation.

This unit demystifies the transition from gross salary to net take-home pay, helping students understand earnings, mandatory taxes, and deductions. Students will learn to calculate gross pay, interpret tax forms, and audit their own paystubs for accuracy.

This sequence guides 12th-grade students through the essentials of long-term financial planning, focusing on retirement accounts, employer matching, tax strategies, and vesting schedules to maximize future wealth.

This sequence guides 12th-grade students through the complexities of payroll earnings, deductions, and tax forms. Students act as 'Paycheck Detectives' to uncover the reasons behind the difference between gross and net income, master the W-4 form, and learn to audit financial documents for errors.

A comprehensive unit for 12th-grade students focusing on translating traditional annotation skills to digital interfaces and professional documents. Students will learn to navigate digital tools, manage non-linear web texts, analyze legal leases, collaborate in shared documents, and troubleshoot using technical manuals to prepare for post-secondary life.

A comprehensive sequence for 11th-grade students focusing on the metacognitive and self-advocacy skills needed for using Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology in post-secondary environments. Students investigate cognitive science, legal frameworks, and practical communication strategies to ensure accessibility in college and career.

An advanced graduate-level exploration of the intersection between organizational psychology and workplace safety, focusing on Behavioral Based Safety, whistleblower protections, and the cultivation of a 'Just Culture' that encourages transparent incident reporting.

A comprehensive graduate-level simulation-based course on handling workplace harassment and discrimination complaints. Students progress from initial intake to final report writing, focusing on procedural fairness, neutrality, and evidence-based determination.

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 focused on professional clerical skills, teaching students to master alphabetical, numerical, and color-coded filing systems, alongside data tracking and confidentiality protocols.

This sequence focuses on vocational and executive function skills, treating organization as a professional competency. Students simulate roles like office managers or resource coordinators to learn sorting, filing, ergonomics, and hybrid digital-physical tracking.

This sequence guides 10th-grade students through the complex world of employee benefits, shifting focus from hourly wages to total compensation. Students learn to value health insurance, retirement matches, and paid leave to make informed career decisions.

An advanced graduate-level sequence focused on the synthesis and application of federal employment laws (FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA) in organizational leadership. Students act as consultants to audit policies, resolve complex personnel disputes, and design strategic compliance frameworks that balance legal risk with ethical culture.

A graduate-level professional development sequence focused on the legal, ethical, and logistical complexities of trafficking intervention, mandatory reporting, and multi-disciplinary team collaboration.

A career-readiness sequence for 12th-grade students focusing on information chunking and working memory strategies to manage complex workplace protocols and verbal instructions.

Students investigate the evolution of labor from manual industry to the modern digital economy. They explore how technology, automation, and globalization reshape work tasks, skills, and employment structures.

A high-level sequence for 11th graders focusing on the legal, ethical, and operational standards of professional telecommunications through the lens of quality assurance and management.

A comprehensive 11th-grade transition planning sequence that guides students through self-assessment, career research, pathway evaluation, and professional document preparation to ensure a successful bridge to post-secondary life.

This sequence focuses on executive functioning skills for household management, transitioning students from task-specific training to systemic maintenance. Students will learn to create routines, manage clothing care, troubleshoot minor home issues, analyze lease agreements, and advocate for their rights as tenants.

This sequence reframes visual schedules and checklists as professional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Students explore how high-stakes professionals use visual supports, perform task analyses, and create their own SOPs to demonstrate workplace readiness and independence.

This curriculum equips transition-age learners (18–22) with essential life and work skills needed for independence and community engagement, covering daily living, financial literacy, job readiness, and more.

A comprehensive transition sequence for 12th-grade students focused on disability rights, the nuances of disclosure, and the practical application of self-advocacy scripts in post-secondary and workplace settings.

A comprehensive sequence for 12th-grade students focused on navigating interpersonal dynamics during and after sensory dysregulation. Students develop skills in identifying co-regulators, using non-verbal signals, advocating for professional accommodations, and managing relationship repair post-crisis.

A comprehensive graduate-level simulation-based course on handling workplace harassment and discrimination complaints. Students progress from initial intake to final report writing, focusing on procedural fairness, neutrality, and evidence-based determination.

A graduate-level exploration of proactive workplace harassment prevention, focusing on bystander intervention, organizational policy design, leadership accountability, and cultural measurement to foster psychological safety.

This sequence teaches 9th-grade students how to navigate the logistical and procedural aspects of workplace rights, focusing on documentation, internal reporting to HR, whistleblower protections, and external reporting through the EEOC. The unit culminates in a student-created workplace rights guide for peers.

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 5-lesson unit for 9th graders exploring the legal framework of workplace rights in the United States. Students will investigate the EEOC, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and landmark Supreme Court cases to understand their rights and protections in the modern workforce.

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.

A comprehensive unit for 10th graders on identifying, distinguishing, and responding to workplace harassment. Students explore the legal definitions of 'quid pro quo' and 'hostile work environment' while investigating the nuances of intent versus impact.

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 provides 10th-grade students with a comprehensive understanding of federal anti-discrimination laws in the workplace, covering protected classes, major legislative acts, legal theories of discrimination, and practical compliance application.

This sequence equips 11th-grade students with actionable skills for workplace safety, focusing on bystander intervention, formal reporting procedures, and understanding legal protections against retaliation. Students move from individual intervention to systemic policy design, preparing them to foster professional environments free from harassment.

Students explore federal legal frameworks defining workplace discrimination and harassment, moving from identifying protected classes to adjudicating complex cases based on legal standards like 'severe or pervasive' and 'reasonable accommodation'.

This sequence immerses undergraduate students in the federal legal frameworks of workplace discrimination and harassment, focusing on Title VII, the ADA, and the ADEA. Students learn to distinguish between general conflict and legally actionable harassment through case law analysis and real-world simulation.

A comprehensive training sequence for undergraduate students on workplace harassment reporting, bystander intervention, and legal protections. Students progress from understanding HR protocols to mastering active intervention techniques and evidence documentation through high-fidelity simulations.

A comprehensive training for graduate student leaders on the legal, ethical, and systemic dimensions of peer gatekeeping in university settings. This sequence bridges the gap between supportive listening and institutional crisis intervention.

An advanced graduate-level sequence focused on the synthesis and application of federal employment laws (FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA) in organizational leadership. Students act as consultants to audit policies, resolve complex personnel disputes, and design strategic compliance frameworks that balance legal risk with ethical culture.

This sequence explores neurodiversity through the Social Model of disability, challenging traditional norms of professionalism and designing inclusive environments. Students will move from theoretical understanding to practical application in organizational policy and advocacy.

This sequence prepares 11th-grade students to advocate for their sensory and movement needs in post-secondary and professional environments. It covers legal rights under the ADA, professional communication skills, situational awareness, and the development of a personal regulation plan for workplace success.

A case-study-driven sequence where students act as external consultants to diagnose communication breakdowns, analyze feedback systems like 360-degree reviews and PIPs, and design a positive corporate culture.

A case-study driven course for graduate students on navigating ethical dilemmas, confidential searches, and difficult employment histories during the reference check process. Students learn to manage their professional reputation and navigate complex background verification scenarios with transparency and integrity.

A comprehensive sequence designed for 12th-grade students to master the nuances of professional references from the employer's perspective. Students analyze the strategic intent behind reference checks, learn to identify red flags, navigate the legalities of disclosure, and evaluate their own professional advocates to ensure they are career-ready.

A 4-day end-of-semester review event where students compete in 'Olympic heats' covering child development from toddlers to middle childhood, safety protocols, and nutrition. Each day features competitive activities that reward accuracy and teamwork as teams aim for the gold medal.

A four-part lesson series designed for high school students with 504 plans or IEPs to develop self-advocacy skills, understand their legal rights, and prepare for the transition to post-secondary environments.

A 15-hour training program for middle school cafeteria staff focusing on respect, anti-bias, and child safety. This visually-heavy program is split into 10 hours of focused classroom-style learning and 5 hours of on-the-job application.

A comprehensive K-12 bullying prevention curriculum strictly aligned with Texas David's Law and TEC Chapter 37, focusing on the distinction between conflict and bullying, cyberbullying, and school safety. Now renamed to the Leadership Protocol.

A comprehensive 7-day unit for Grade 11/12 Designing Your Future students, focusing on leveraging Gemini and NotebookLM for workplace and college success. Designed for special education contexts, it emphasizes self-advocacy, professional communication, research, and project management through visual and digital tasks.

A comprehensive 8-day employability program designed for individuals with low-literacy levels preparing for reentry. The course covers self-assessment, professional communication, resume and cover letter construction, and interview techniques specifically tailored for navigating the challenges of post-incarceration employment.

A comprehensive 18-week course exploring military and non-military public service, focusing on career paths, ethics, leadership, and community impact. This sequence follows the Indiana state guidelines for Introduction to Public Service.

A comprehensive series of P3 and P4 lessons covering social-emotional learning, technology in work, and human rights. Differentiated for varied literacy and developmental levels.

A K-12 vertical alignment for device stewardship within the Urbandale Community School District, focusing on the JHawk Way of being Accountable.

A comprehensive 3-part sequence for middle school students to develop digital accountability and agency, transitioning from external rules to internal standards of professionalism.

A comprehensive unit designed for young adults to master self-advocacy across workplace, community, and social environments. Through interactive scenarios and guided practice, learners build confidence in asserting their needs and showcasing their strengths.

A series of Digital Citizenship lessons for Urbandale Community School District, focusing on the responsible and accountable use of school-issued devices through the lens of the JHawk Way. Students learn to navigate and communicate effectively by following screentime and teacher guidance.

A comprehensive 5-day unit on payroll accounting, covering gross pay calculations, tax deductions, and employer-provided benefits through real-world business scenarios.

A comprehensive 7th-grade child development course focused on safety, basic caregiving, developmental milestones, and professional babysitting business skills. The curriculum is designed for 45-minute class periods and aligns with Urbandale CSD standards and proficiency scales.

A comprehensive social skills unit designed for adults, focusing on building boundaries and mastering refusal strategies across workplace and social settings.

A comprehensive one-hour staff training sequence focused on the MetroWest YMCA's Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures. It covers zero-tolerance policies, behavioral boundaries, supervision protocols, and reporting requirements.

A comprehensive unit on personal finance covering income factors, paycheck calculations, employment benefits, tax documentation, and cost-of-living comparisons between Denver and Los Angeles.

A comprehensive social skills unit designed for adults, focusing on building boundaries and mastering refusal strategies across workplace and social settings.

A professional-grade functional literacy program for adults, designed as a vocational training 'do-over'. The curriculum focuses on high-stakes literacy for professional independence, community navigation, and administrative accuracy, utilizing a clinical 'Lab' aesthetic that respects the learner's age and experience.

A focused 90-minute workshop on the fundamentals of tipping. Workers learn their legal rights under the FLSA, master the math of tip credits and shortfall payments, and practice auditing pay summaries for errors and illegal deductions.