An extensive 5-page parent handbook covering the psychology of school refusal, symptom identification, communication scripts, legal rights in education, and clinical treatment options.
A comprehensive teacher guide for facilitating the 'Ping Pong Talk' lesson. Includes objectives, step-by-step instructions for slides and worksheets, and troubleshooting tips for common student mistakes.
A practice worksheet for students to identify conversational 'fouls' (The Wall and The Ball Hog) and practice the 'Answer + Detail + Toss' technique for better dialogue flow.
A visual presentation teaching the 'ping pong' analogy for conversation, covering starting a dialogue, responding with detail, and asking questions back. Includes 'foul' examples like the 'Wall' and the 'Ball Hog'.
A one-page infographic handout for parents summarizing the CARES framework and box breathing technique. Revised for single-page fit, improved text contrast, and better label alignment.
A comprehensive 13-slide presentation deck. Includes situational breakdowns for 5 types of transitions, developmental stages, parent/caregiver advice, and coping skills (CARES, Box Breathing). Features specific CUSD contact info and 988 emergency guidance. Revised with minor fixes for legibility and accuracy.
A detailed facilitator guide for a 45-minute workshop for parents on supporting families through transitions. Includes talking points, pacing, and facilitator tips. Revised with improved layout consistency, better spacing, and darker text for accessibility.
A 10-slide presentation for 7th grade girls on developing flexible thinking. It includes relatable analogies like 'Spaghetti vs. Rubber Bands' and 'Rock vs. Water Thinking,' along with practical tools like 'The What Else? Rule' and 'Switch the Lens' to handle the challenges of middle school.