College & Career Readiness

Students learn to identify and develop essential skills that are highly valued in today's job market. This lesson emphasizes the importance of skill-building for future success and adaptability. Designed for a 10th-grade class, this 50-minute session will empower students to recognize and cultivate skills that will enhance their career readiness and adaptability in a rapidly changing world.

This lesson will help students explore different pathways available after high school, including college, vocational training, and entering the workforce. Key activities include group discussion, personal reflection, and pathway exploration to guide students in making informed decisions about their future.

In this lesson, students will engage in a game-based activity called 'Career Quest' to explore various career paths. This lesson is important as it helps students begin thinking about their future careers and the skills they may need to develop. By actively participating in this exploration, students can gain insights into different professions and consider their interests and strengths.

In this quick and engaging lesson, students will participate in a game-based activity called 'Career Quest Challenge' to explore various career programs of study. This lesson is important as it introduces students to different career paths in an interactive way, helping them to consider their future options and interests.

In this lesson, PreK students will explore different careers and college concepts through interactive and engaging activities. The lesson aims to introduce the idea of various professions and the importance of education in a fun and simple manner, setting a foundation for future career and college readiness.

In this lesson, students will engage in a game-based activity to explore various career paths and the skills required for them. Through collaborative learning and inquiry-based strategies, students will discuss and reflect on their interests and motivations for future career development. This lesson is important as it helps students connect their current education to future goals, fostering motivation and planning for their adult lifestyle.

In this two-session course, 16- to 19-year-olds will explore and plan their future careers through self-assessment, goal setting, and action steps. Students will gain clarity on their strengths, values, and interests, and develop a personalized career action plan. This lesson equips students with practical tools for their postsecondary journey.

In this 30-minute group lesson, 10th graders will explore post-high school career options through self-assessment and peer discussion. Students will leave with a personalized shortlist of potential careers and an action plan for the next steps. This Tier 2 lesson supports students needing additional guidance and boosts their self-awareness.

In this lesson, students will engage in activities designed to develop essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. These skills are vital for a thriving career and will be developed through role-playing and collaborative tasks, helping students internalize and practice what they learn.

In this 30-minute, 8th grade Tier 1 lesson, students will explore various career paths, reflect on their strengths and interests, and begin mapping out potential futures. This engaging lesson helps students connect personal passions with real-world jobs through interactive activities and reflection, fostering self-awareness and goal-setting.

This lesson helps middle schoolers explore various career options and understand the skills needed to pursue their interests. Through interactive activities, students create a personal career map guided by their passion and strengths, fostering career readiness from an early age.

This lesson focuses on helping 8th-grade students identify and develop essential skills for career success, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Through engaging activities that simulate real-world work environments, students will gain practical experience and insights into how these skills are applied in various careers. This lesson is important as it prepares students for future challenges and opportunities, fostering a mindset of lifelong learning and adaptability.

In this 6th grade Tier 1 lesson, students will explore personal interests and discover how these interests can guide them toward future career paths through self-assessment and interactive activities—an essential skill to begin understanding vocational possibilities. This is a single 50-minute session that builds self-awareness and career readiness.

In this 7-session series, 12th-grade students will explore essential life skills and understand how these competencies support their post-secondary goals. Each 25-minute lesson includes engaging activities—worksheets, discussions, games, and a culminating project—which will empower students to confidently transition to college, career, and beyond.

In this engaging lesson, students will explore various careers through interactive activities and discussions. By participating in a game-based learning experience, students will gain insights into different professions and the skills required for each. This lesson is important as it helps students start thinking about their future careers and the paths they might take, fostering early career awareness and planning.

Students will explore various career paths and learn about the education and skills needed. Interactive activities will help them identify personal interests and set career goals.

This lesson introduces students to essential skills required for future careers, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, through interactive activities. Developing these skills early can help students succeed in diverse career paths and collaborative environments.

This lesson focuses on helping juniors develop career readiness skills by creating S.M.A.R.T. goals. Students will watch a video on how to develop a S.M.A.R.T. career plan, engage in a discussion, and complete a worksheet to create their own career goals. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to set and achieve career objectives, fostering motivation and clarity in their career paths.

In this 30-minute 6th-grade Tier 1 lesson, students will explore the idea of careers, connect their interests and strengths to future jobs, and begin setting personal goals for growth. This foundational career-readiness lesson sparks curiosity about the world of work and empowers students to see their futures as exciting possibilities.

This lesson focuses on preparing exceptional children for entering the workforce by enhancing their understanding of resume writing, cover letters, and financial literacy. Through experiential and game-based learning, students will engage in activities that simulate real-world scenarios, fostering skills necessary for employment. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with practical tools and confidence to navigate the job market effectively.

In this one-hour, one-on-one session, students will explore personal interests, skills, and potential career paths to develop a personalized job exploration action plan. This individualized lesson empowers 12th graders with self-awareness and practical steps for their post-graduation journey.

Over 10 sessions, this individualized career exploration journey guides an 11th-grade student through self-assessment, research, skill-building, and planning to prepare for postsecondary success. Each 30-minute session includes interactive games, hands-on activities, guided discussions, and targeted worksheets to ensure engagement and mastery.

In this engaging 3rd-grade lesson, students will embark on a journey to explore various careers and discover the skills and superpowers they might need in the future. This lesson is important as it helps young learners connect their interests and strengths to potential career paths, fostering early career awareness and aspiration. The session will last 40 minutes and includes interactive activities and a fun game to make learning about careers exciting and memorable.

A small-group exploration of in-demand 21st-century skills, complete with hands-on tasks and real-world applications. This Tier 2 lesson supports 9th grade students in building career and life readiness skills over a single 55-minute session.

In this lesson, students will engage in a game-based activity to explore various career paths, followed by a discussion to reflect on their interests and potential career choices. This lesson is important as it helps students identify their strengths and interests, guiding them towards informed career decisions.

An engaging whole-class session for 8th graders to identify and practice essential work skills through interactive challenges, fostering self-awareness and collaboration. This Tier 1 lesson builds career exploration and life skills in a 50-minute period.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, adult transition students will explore essential vocational skills—job searching, resume basics, and interview etiquette—to boost workplace confidence. This quick, hands-on session equips learners with practical strategies to transition smoothly into employment.

This engaging five-session series introduces 6th-grade students to the exciting world of college and careers. Each 30-minute session will explore different aspects of future planning, helping students understand the importance of education and career choices in a fun and relatable way. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to start thinking about their future paths early, fostering motivation and goal-setting skills.

This lesson engages 10th graders in exploring potential career paths through an interactive, game-based approach. By incorporating the video 'How to Choose the Right Career Path,' students will learn to identify their interests, skills, and values, and how these can guide their career choices. This lesson is crucial for helping students begin to think critically about their future careers, fostering self-awareness and informed decision-making.

In this lesson, 6th to 8th graders will explore important habits for success in school and beyond. Using a game-based learning approach, students will watch a video about staying motivated, participate in an engaging game to reinforce these concepts, and complete an exit ticket. This lesson aims to equip students with essential skills for academic and career success, such as motivation, responsibility, and effective communication.

This series of lessons is designed to equip high-achieving 7th-grade students with essential skills for academic success. Each lesson focuses on a different aspect: time management, study skills, emotional intelligence, and grit. By mastering these skills, students will be better prepared to handle academic challenges and achieve their goals.

In this lesson, students will learn about current job market trends, in-demand skills, and strategies to position themselves for success in their chosen careers. This lesson will help students understand the importance of skill development and how to plan their career paths based on market demands.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 3rd graders, students will explore different careers and begin to identify their own interests and strengths. This foundational career development lesson helps students connect their passions to real-world jobs and builds self-awareness and goal-setting skills.

An engaging whole-class session for 8th graders to identify and practice essential work skills through interactive challenges. This lesson helps students recognize valuable career-ready skills and fosters collaboration, critical thinking, and self-awareness. Audience: 8th grade, Duration: 50 minutes, Sessions: 1

Students embark on a project-based journey to explore careers, research roles, and simulate real-world scenarios through presentations. This 90-minute, 1-session lesson for 8th graders builds essential career and life skills by integrating research, collaboration, and public speaking.

This lesson is designed to help 11th-grade students explore various career options and understand the pathways to achieve them. By engaging in this session, students will gain insights into aligning their interests and skills with potential careers, which is crucial for making informed decisions about their future. The lesson will be conducted in one 30-minute session and is suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

Students will engage in activities to explore various career options, understand the skills needed, and plan their career paths. They will also learn how to create a resume and prepare for job interviews. This lesson is important as it helps students gain awareness of their career options and enhances essential career readiness skills.

This lesson engages 10th grade students in exploring various career paths through interactive activities. By using Blended Learning, Experiential Learning, and Game-Based Learning strategies, students will gain insights into different professions and reflect on their own interests and skills. This lesson is important as it helps students start thinking about their future careers, encouraging them to consider their strengths and passions in relation to potential job opportunities.

In this 1-session, 60-minute individual lesson, the student will explore personal interests, skills, and values to identify potential career paths. Through self-assessment activities and research tasks, he’ll gain clarity on jobs that align with his goals, boosting motivation and future planning skills.

This 5-session series for 6th graders focuses on essential life skills, empowering students to navigate everyday challenges with confidence. Each 30-minute session will cover a different skill, such as communication, time management, problem-solving, teamwork, and emotional regulation, providing students with practical tools for personal and academic success.

This lesson is designed for Grade 12 students to help them process the transition from high school to their next adventure, whether it's college or entering the workforce. Over two sessions, students will explore the range of emotions associated with change and develop strategies to manage these feelings. This lesson is crucial as it supports students in understanding and preparing for the significant life changes ahead, while also addressing social pragmatic skills as per their IEP goals.

In this lesson, teens will explore different career paths and industries, gaining insights into the skills required for future jobs. This session is crucial for helping students understand the diverse opportunities available to them and the skills they need to develop to succeed in their chosen fields.

This lesson aims to ignite curiosity about potential career paths for students in grades 6-12. Through interactive activities like role-playing and career mapping, they will discover personal interests and strengths that could guide their future career choices, encouraging forward-thinking and planning.

This 10-session lesson series for middle school students focuses on essential life skills such as coping skills, time management, conflict resolution, study skills, self-advocacy, communication skills, resiliency, leadership, friendship, and empathy. Each session is designed to be 15 minutes long, providing students with practical strategies to enhance their personal and academic lives.

This 10-session lesson series for middle school students focuses on essential life skills such as coping skills, time management, conflict resolution, study skills, self-advocacy, communication skills, resiliency, leadership, friendship, and empathy. Each session is designed to be 15 minutes long, providing students with practical strategies to enhance their personal and academic lives.

This 10-session lesson series for middle school students focuses on essential life skills such as coping skills, time management, conflict resolution, study skills, self-advocacy, communication skills, resiliency, leadership, friendship, and empathy. Each session is designed to be 15 minutes long, providing students with practical strategies to enhance their personal and academic lives.

This lesson guides students in exploring different career paths and understanding the skills required for various professions. Through engaging activities like role-playing and career interest surveys, students will gain insights into various careers and the skills needed for them. This lesson is important as it helps students make informed decisions about their future career paths and understand the relevance of their current education to their future goals.

This lesson focuses on preparing seniors for life after high school by exploring college and career planning. It includes a discussion on future goals, a collaborative activity to create a post-high school plan, and a video segment to guide students in goal setting and preparation. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with the necessary tools and mindset to transition smoothly into their next phase of life, whether it be college, vocational training, or entering the workforce.

This module equips 9th graders with adaptability, digital literacy, and lifelong learning strategies to thrive in evolving career landscapes. Over one 55-minute Tier 1 classroom session, students will engage in interactive planning and real-world case studies.

A 5-week, self-paced executive function course for an independent 12th grader, where each week you choose and complete one of three themed life skills tasks, log your progress with fun emojis, and earn a free reward week at the end. Weeks 1–4 build routine with choice and reflection; Week 5 is a free reward break.

In this interactive 2-hour session, students explore different career booths, apply Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences framework to real-world professions, and weigh pros and cons of each career path. This Tier 1 lesson empowers teens (ages 13–16) to connect personal strengths with future goals and make informed decisions about careers.

In this lesson, students will explore different career paths by learning about the day-to-day responsibilities and required skills for each. They will engage in activities that help them identify their own interests and strengths, which will guide them in considering potential career options. This lesson is important as it helps students make informed decisions about their future career paths and understand the skills they need to develop.

In this 30-minute, one-session lesson for 11th-grade technical high school students, learners will explore key employability skills—such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and professionalism—aligned with the Massachusetts Business & Technology standards. This lesson helps students understand and practice the qualities that make them work-ready, boosting confidence and competitiveness in any job or internship.

This 5-session lesson series for 1st graders introduces students to various careers and the soft skills needed to succeed in them. Through hands-on activities, engaging worksheets, and videos, students will explore different professions and understand the skills required to pursue them. This lesson is important as it helps young learners start thinking about their future and the diverse opportunities available to them.

In this lesson, students will explore current job market trends and the skills required for future employment. Through a group activity, they will research and present on in-demand jobs, enhancing their understanding of the evolving job landscape. This lesson is crucial for helping students align their educational and career goals with market demands, fostering informed decision-making about their futures.

In this interactive 30-minute lesson, 7th graders will explore realistic career options through an age-appropriate reading, engaging discussion, and a fun game. This lesson helps students start thinking about their future in a way that’s accessible and exciting, meeting diverse learners at a 4th-grade reading level.

In this lesson, students will explore various career pathways, identifying the education, skills, and experiences needed for success. Through interactive sessions, students will map out potential career trajectories, helping them understand the steps required to achieve their career goals. This lesson is important as it empowers students to make informed decisions about their future, fostering self-sufficiency and responsible citizenship.

In this lesson, students will explore different career paths and the skills required for each. They will engage in a matching game to align their interests with potential careers, fostering self-awareness and future planning. This lesson is crucial for helping students understand the diversity of career options and the importance of aligning personal interests with career choices.

A whole-class journey guiding 9th grade students through self-discovery activities to match personal strengths with post-secondary options, fostering clarity and motivation for future planning. This Tier 1, 60-minute lesson equips students with tools to explore careers and college pathways.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 7th graders will explore a variety of careers and skilled trades to connect school learning to future possibilities. Students will learn why understanding different career paths is important, reflect on their own interests, and begin mapping steps toward their goals.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 classroom session, 12th graders will use a guided worksheet to map their interests, strengths, and potential college majors or career fields. This foundational activity sparks self-awareness and sets the stage for deeper post-secondary exploration and readiness.

A whole-class exploration helping students identify personal strengths and connect them to future careers. Builds self-awareness and engagement. Audience: 8th Grade Class, 1 session of 45 minutes, Tier 1.

This lesson helps students explore different career paths through discussion and hands-on activities. It is important to help students identify careers that align with their interests and abilities while promoting self-awareness and realistic goal-setting.

In this lesson, students will explore various careers through an interactive activity and discussion. This lesson is important as it helps students gain awareness of the diverse career paths available, encouraging them to think about their future aspirations and the skills needed for different professions.

In this lesson, students will embark on a virtual safari to explore various career options and the skills needed for each. Through interactive activities, students will identify their own interests and potential career paths. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the diverse career opportunities available and encourages them to think about their future aspirations.

This lesson focuses on preparing 9th-grade students for college by exploring essential steps such as organizing documents, setting goals, and understanding advanced courses. Through active and collaborative learning, students will engage in a project-based activity and experiential learning to grasp the college preparation process. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the college admissions process effectively, setting them on a path to success.

A personalized coaching module for a 12th grader to identify their career interests, set SMART goals, and create actionable pathways; session is 25 minutes. This individual Tier 3 lesson empowers students to self-direct their future success through customized planning.