A comprehensive substitute teacher packet for the 8th-grade 'Teen Challenges' course, focusing on the Inner Strength Lab and the novel Hatchet. Includes daily procedures, survival-themed activities, and feedback forms.
A comprehensive unit on the human body's systems, focusing on anatomy, physiology, and health.
A comprehensive 2-meeting framework for clinicians to build rapport with autistic students experiencing burnout, focusing on psychological safety and emotional literacy.
A series of lessons designed to equip students with the social-emotional tools needed to navigate interpersonal disagreements, build empathy, and foster a collaborative environment.
A comprehensive workshop sequence designed for parents and caregivers to understand and manage stress, identify stress signals in children, and implement practical coping strategies at home.
An immersive 5-room murder mystery escape room experience designed for teens, focusing on collaborative problem-solving and logic. Students work in teams to solve riddles and puzzles to identify the culprit in the 'Midnight Manor' case.
A 12-week comprehensive program designed to prepare 8th-grade students for the rigors of high school by mastering essential academic success skills. Each week focuses on a specific, actionable skill through bite-sized instruction and practical application.
A 4-part small group leadership curriculum focusing on teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and initiative through hands-on activities and role-playing.
A comprehensive 3-day sequence focused on distinguishing between physical properties of matter that are independent of amount (density, solubility, melting/boiling points) and those that are dependent (mass, volume, weight). Students act as 'Substance Sleuths' to investigate these properties through hands-on labs and visual note-taking.
A comprehensive counseling sequence designed to help students navigate their emotional landscape, understand the impact of their actions on school relationships, and build a personalized repertoire of coping strategies. Through three core modules, students move from awareness to accountability to action.
A comprehensive restorative justice series for high school settings, focusing on building community, repairing harm, and developing emotional intelligence through restorative practices.
A series of professional development and operational resources for school staff focused on improving student attendance and family engagement at RPACES.
A Gold Standard PBL unit where students investigate Earth's systems and human impact to design a community exhibit for local endangered turtle conservation in the Nashoba Brook watershed. Students explore water distribution, sphere interactions, and engineering design through the lens of protecting their 'headstarted' Blanding's turtles.
A four-week resilience workshop sequence for students, focusing on growth mindset, emotional regulation, self-compassion, and internal safety.
A four-week social-emotional learning program designed to help students develop a growth mindset, emotional regulation skills, and strong social support systems to navigate challenges with confidence.
A four-day introductory unit on the signs of spring, focusing on weather changes and nature's awakening. Includes a mix of outdoor exploration and indoor hands-on crafts designed for grades K-3.