A two-lesson sequence exploring the intersection of media literacy and financial literacy, teaching students to identify persuasive techniques and uphold consumer rights and responsibilities.
A comprehensive set of lessons for 8th-grade students to master their digital identity, focusing on branding, accountability, and the impact of online actions. This includes both a standalone 45-minute lesson and a more in-depth 2-day lesson sequence.
A comprehensive 3-day financial literacy unit focusing on personal budgeting, the trade-off between risk and return, and the use of savings and investment tools to reach financial goals. Students learn to architect their financial future through simulations and analysis.
A 5-day writing unit where students explore their multiple intelligences and future aspirations through the structure of a personal essay. Students master the mechanics of hooks, background building, and thesis construction to create a professional self-portrait.
A series of 8th-grade digital literacy lessons focused on internet hygiene and data privacy through the JHawk Way values of being Safe and Empathetic.
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 bulletin board set for families focusing on summer safety, health, learning, and community resources with a bright, sunny theme.
A K-12 vertical alignment for device stewardship within the Urbandale Community School District, focusing on the JHawk Way of being Accountable.
A comprehensive series on mindfulness and stress management, covering physiological responses, social pressures, family dynamics, and academic stress with practical coping strategies.
A collaborative engineering challenge designed to strengthen group communication through constrained problem-solving in a space exploration scenario.
A high-engagement sequence for middle schoolers exploring the amygdala's role in emotions, the fight/flight/freeze response, and practical tools for self-regulation through a 'Brain Guardian' lens.
A comprehensive unit designed to prepare students for the transition to adulthood, focusing on financial literacy for college, professional resume writing, and exploration of STEM career opportunities.
A project exploring mental health awareness through creative marketing, focusing on neurodiversity and celebrating the 'spark' of fast-paced minds.
A two-lesson sequence designed for Brooklyn middle schoolers, using the high-octane world of WWE to teach autism acceptance, neurodiversity, and peer advocacy. Students explore the 'Main Event' of being yourself and the 'Tag Team' power of inclusion.
A comprehensive unit on business finance basics, focusing on the mechanics of income, expenses, and the fundamental accounting equation. Students explore the practical differences between gross and net figures and how they impact business health.
A restorative reflection unit designed to help students identify their positive impact on the school community and build a sense of closure.