A unit exploring the foundations of humanistic psychology, focusing on person-centered approaches, therapeutic relationships, and the drive toward self-actualization.
A global geography unit focusing on the identification and analysis of the Earth's diverse landscapes. Students will master map-reading skills including elevation, contour lines, and global physical regions to understand how geography shapes our world.
A comprehensive study of the American Civil War's most pivotal military engagements through collaborative jigsaw reading and primary source analysis.
A deep dive into the history and contemporary reality of child labor, comparing the Industrial Revolution to modern global supply chains. Students analyze primary-source-inspired fiction and modern reporting to understand systemic drivers and ethical implications.
A comprehensive one-week unit on personal financial responsibility, goal setting, information literacy, fraud prevention, and consumer protection. Students learn to navigate the financial landscape safely and strategically.
A restorative justice sequence designed to foster empathy, teach active listening, and guide students through the process of repairing harm and returning to the community with a growth mindset.
A comprehensive study of leadership, civil rights, and social ethics through the lens of the film Remember the Titans.
A comprehensive two-week unit covering the social, economic, and political transformations of the 1980s and 1990s, from the Reagan Revolution to the dawn of the Digital Age and the roots of 21st-century security challenges.
A 2-day unit focused on managing planned and unplanned career changes, featuring visual-heavy instruction, scaffolded reflections, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. Students will learn to identify strategies like flexible thinking and optimism to navigate their future professional paths.
A sequence for high school students (B1+ level) exploring the social and cultural impacts of gentrification in London, focusing on the tension between urban development and local community identity.
A deep dive into the cognitive benefits of struggle and confusion based on the text 'The Value of Being Confused.' This sequence focuses on shifting student mindsets regarding learning hurdles and analyzing authorial point of view.
A two-part sequence that takes students from a deep-dive analysis of George Washington's Farewell Address to a modern-day evaluation of his warnings regarding political parties, media bias, and national unity.
A series of reflective activities designed for high school students to evaluate their personal growth and the impact of their long-term support program through restorative practices.
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 9-lesson TELPAS-aligned research and information literacy unit designed for English Language Learners, covering everything from information ecosystems to real-world application through the lens of social media, careers, and current events.
A comprehensive overview of four major turning points in United States history: the American Revolution, Westward Expansion, the Civil War, and World War II. This sequence explores how each era redefined the American identity and shifted the nation's trajectory.
A comprehensive unit covering United States history from 1960 to 1980, focusing on the Cold War, domestic policy, and political scandals.
A comprehensive series designed to help high school students find, secure, and maximize job shadowing opportunities for meaningful career exploration.
A comprehensive 5-day unit covering the United States from 1960 to 1980, focusing on the Vietnam War's impact on foreign policy, domestic programs, and constitutional crises. Students analyze the tension between the Great Society and war spending, the role of technology in warfare, and the legacy of the Watergate scandal.
A series of advanced counseling assignments covering Case Conceptualization and Theory/Intervention for CSL 686.