A dedicated handout for parents explaining the mechanics of the anxiety cycle, the danger of avoidance behaviors, and strategies for breaking the loop through "Brave Steps."
A 3-lesson unit on culture, identity, empathy, and building an inclusive school community. Students explore the cultural iceberg, share personal perspective narratives, and collaborate on actionable school-wide inclusion plans.
A middle school counseling lesson on healthy relationships and personal safety. Students learn to decode relationship signals, identify red and yellow flags, map their personal boundaries, and practice navigating peer pressure through interactive discussions and guided reflections.
A three-part social-emotional learning curriculum designed specifically for middle school boys to develop self-esteem, manage digital pressure, and build authentic peer relationships.
A high-energy, collaborative staff training session built around a competitive trivia game. Staff work in teams to analyze realistic scenarios and master MetroWest YMCA's Social Networking Policy (Appendix IV, Updated 6/2024), emphasizing child safety, professional boundaries, and brand protection.
A high-quality co-completion toolkit for parents and 11-year-old pre-teens. Focuses on active listening, emotional attunement, conflict de-escalation, and establishing daily connection rituals.
