After-School Programs

This lesson is designed for After School Site Directors, focusing on empowering them with the skills and confidence to make effective decisions in their programs. Through engaging activities and discussions, participants will learn strategies to foster independence and self-assurance, ultimately enhancing the quality of their programs. This single 60-minute session aims to inspire and equip these leaders with the tools they need to succeed.

A small-group workshop guiding 5th-grade parents through local mental health services and collaboration with schools. Builds strong home–school partnerships and community trust in just one 60-minute session.

A dynamic 8-session program to help high school students smoothly transition back to school by building routines, confidence, and social connections. This Tier 1 lesson equips all students with strategies for time management, goal setting, and self-care, ensuring they start the year strong. Each 25-minute session includes collaborative discussions, hands-on activities, and guided scripts for teachers.

This lesson plan is designed to provide K-3 students with a week of fun and engaging fall-themed after-school activities. By incorporating Game-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, and Blended Learning strategies, students will have the opportunity to explore, create, and learn in a playful environment. These activities will not only entertain but also help develop social skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, making them an essential part of holistic education.

A collection of three 30-minute Tier 2 counseling sessions for middle schoolers to kick off the school year confidently, build community, set personal goals, and manage stress. Includes fully scripted lesson plans, slides, activities, and handouts so counselors can deliver engaging support with minimal prep.

This resource helps 9th-grade special education students identify and utilize their support network, including family, teachers, and community members. Building and leveraging a strong support system is a key component of successful self-advocacy and transition. This lesson is for a 9th Grade Group and is designed for 40 minutes across one session.

This engaging workshop is designed for 7th-grade parents to empower them with strategies to support their children's academic and emotional growth. In this 30-minute session, parents will learn practical tips and tools to enhance communication, foster a positive learning environment at home, and understand the developmental changes their children are experiencing. This workshop is crucial for building a strong home-school connection and ensuring students' success.

This lesson provides parents with practical tips and tricks for ensuring their elementary and middle school children have a fun and structured summer. It emphasizes the importance of balancing leisure and learning, offering creative ways to maintain a routine while enjoying the break. This single 60-minute session is designed to equip parents with strategies to help their children thrive during the summer months.

This lesson provides parents with practical tips and tricks for ensuring their elementary and middle school children have a fun and structured summer. It emphasizes the importance of balancing leisure and learning, offering creative ways to maintain a routine while enjoying the break. This single 60-minute session is designed to equip parents with strategies to help their children thrive during the summer months.

This lesson aims to teach high school students how to be supportive friends through active learning strategies. Students will engage in a role-playing activity, watch a short video, and participate in a guided discussion. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, communication skills, and the ability to support peers in need, fostering a more inclusive and caring school environment.

Students explore and map their personal support networks, strengthening help-seeking behaviors and emotional resilience. This Tier 2 group lesson for 4th graders features collaborative discussion and reflection activities in a 30-minute session.

A 5-session lunch-bunch intervention designed for a small group of 3rd and 4th grade girls to build foundational friendship skills and boost positive social interactions. This Tier 2 group support meets once a week for 30 minutes, providing structured warm-ups, engaging activities, guided discussions, and reflections to help girls practice empathy, communication, and cooperation in a safe, fun setting.

This lesson helps middle school students understand the importance of building positive relationships with adults and how these relationships can support their academic, social, and emotional success. It emphasizes identifying trusted adults and practicing effective communication. Designed for middle school students (grades 6-8) and can be completed in one 45-minute session.

In this 90-minute workshop, parents will learn effective strategies for partnering with teachers to support their child’s learning. This interactive session emphasizes open communication, mutual respect, and collaborative goal-setting to strengthen the home-school connection.

This resource kicks off family skill-building with interactive activities that strengthen home-school connections and boost communication skills. Designed for a 3rd grade class in a Tier 1 setting over one 45-minute session.

This 30-minute session empowers parents with practical strategies to support their child's academic and emotional growth at home. It's designed for all parents looking for quick, impactful ways to connect with their children and foster a positive learning environment.

In this engaging 8-minute warm-up for 1st graders, students will create a “support squad” chart listing family, friends, and community helpers who can offer emotional support. This activity builds awareness of their personal support networks, strengthens social-emotional skills, and helps them recognize resources in their community. Students will feel empowered and connected as they visualize their own safety net.

A small-group workshop for 2nd graders to build practical daily living skills—like tying shoes and organizing a backpack—to boost independence and self-esteem in 30-minute sessions. This Tier 2 lesson engages students in hands-on activities and personal reflection, fostering confidence in everyday tasks.

In this 15-minute individual support session, we empower an 8th grade student with dyslexia to overcome assignment refusal by exploring personalized strategies and building confidence. This lesson fosters a safe space for practice, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement to boost motivation and skill-building.

In this engaging 3rd-grade lesson, students will explore the concept of a support system and identify the people in their lives who 'have their back.' This lesson is crucial for fostering social-emotional awareness and helping students recognize the importance of community and relationships. The session will include a mix of reading, activities, and a fun game to reinforce the concept, all within a 30-minute timeframe.

A two-session individualized support lesson for a 7th grader with ADHD targeting executive functioning skills and peer conflict resolution in 20-minute sessions. This will help the student improve homework organization and social interactions through tailored activities and assessments.

This lesson aims to provide emotional support and coping strategies for students experiencing family breakups. Through restorative practices and collaborative activities, students will learn to express their feelings, understand their emotions, and support each other. This lesson is important as it helps students build resilience and empathy, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

A four-session individual support program designed for a kindergarten student experiencing separation anxiety. Through engaging activities, discussions, games, and worksheets, the student will learn coping strategies, build confidence, and practice calm-on-the-go techniques. Each 30-minute session is tailored for one-on-one intervention under Tier 3 MTSS.

This 45-minute, whole-class workshop for 3rd graders explores how families can support learning beyond the classroom through examples, discussion, and interactive activities. Students will brainstorm home learning strategies, share with families, and walk away with practical take-home tips. By engaging families, we strengthen student success and create a supportive learning ecosystem.

In this 30-minute individual lesson, 2nd graders will be introduced to key school expectations through engaging discussions and interactive activities. This Tier 3 support session will help the student understand, practice, and reflect on classroom norms to build confidence and success at school.

In this 3-session individual support series, an 11th grade student with ADHD and conflict struggles will learn skills to build and maintain healthy friendships, manage anger, and express vulnerability. Through engaging games, discussions, activities, and worksheets, these 30-minute sessions will be highly interactive and tailored to her needs.

A 10-week, 30-minute weekly group program for 7th graders to build social thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive exercises and reflections. This Tier 2 support helps students recognize different perspectives, manage emotions, and collaborate effectively.

This workshop engages parents in learning about wellness strategies they can apply at home. It includes presentations, hands-on activities, and a Q&A session to ensure parents leave with practical tools and knowledge. This lesson is important as it empowers parents to foster a healthy environment at home, benefiting both their well-being and that of their children.

This four-week individual counseling plan supports a 2nd grade MLL student adjusting to a new school after her father’s tragic death. These 30-minute Tier 3 sessions build trust, explore grief, and teach coping skills in both English and Spanish.

A two-part series of 30-minute classroom lessons for 9th graders in August on practical coping skills. Through discussion, hands-on activities, and reflection, students will build a toolkit to manage stress and emotions. Tier 1 supports ensure all learners develop healthy strategies.

A 6-session curriculum designed to support grandparents raising grandchildren. Participants will build community, learn child development, parenting strategies, legal and financial basics, self-care techniques, and connect with resources. This program empowers grandparents to thrive in their caregiving journey.

This 40-minute Tier 1 lesson for 10th graders explores personal support networks through engaging mapping and reflection activities. Students will learn why relationships matter, how to identify key supporters, and practice gratitude—all boosting their social awareness and emotional skills.

An 8-session, one-on-one individual support series teaching 3rd–5th graders the importance of kindness and the harms of bullying. Through engaging warm-ups, discussions, activities, games, and differentiated worksheets, each 20-minute session builds empathy and conflict-resolution skills. Tier 3 ensures tailored pacing and supports to meet each student’s unique needs.

In this 45-minute professional development session, afterschool staff will learn strategies to foster positive peer relationships among students. This training equips adult educators with practical tools and activities to create inclusive, respectful environments that support social-emotional growth.

This 15-session program helps 3rd and 4th grade boys build coping skills, leadership, empathy, and social skills through engaging activities and games. Group-based Tier 2 supports, each session is 30 minutes with a warm-up, lesson, activity, discussion, game, and cool-down.

In this Tier 3 session, the counselor meets one-on-one with a 9th-grade student’s family to explore community resources and mental health services. Over 25 minutes, families learn to navigate personalized service pathways and create a follow-up plan, empowering them with support networks beyond school.

This Tier 3 lesson helps 7th-grade student Antwan, who reads at a 2nd-grade level, identify and understand his support systems at school and home. The lesson leverages his interests in games and Garfield to make the topic engaging. This 30-minute individual session will empower Antwan to recognize reliable resources in his life.

This lesson plan is designed for K-3 students to prepare for and participate in the Presidio Aftercare Fair. The objective is to engage students in outdoor games and activities, fostering social skills and teamwork. The lesson will span over one week, culminating in the fair event.

This series of lessons introduces 2nd graders to essential friendship skills through engaging videos and activities. Each session focuses on a different aspect of friendship: understanding and caring for others, resolving conflicts, and working together. These lessons are important as they help students build strong, positive relationships, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

This lesson plan provides parents with strategies to help their child balance work commitments and academic responsibilities. It is crucial for parents to support their children in managing their time effectively to prevent academic decline. This lesson will equip parents with practical tips to engage their child in active learning and time management.

This lesson helps middle school students identify, understand, and manage their emotions in healthy ways. It's crucial for developing emotional intelligence and building resilience. This lesson is designed for one 45-minute session.

Focuses on providing support strategies for students facing behavioral challenges in a high school setting. This resource equips educators with the tools to create positive behavioral change through evidence-based practices.

Fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support student punctuality through enhanced communication and shared goals.

In this one-session, 30-minute professional development workshop, staff will explore effective strategies to engage and empower parents in supporting student success. Participants will learn communication techniques, involvement strategies, and resources to strengthen home-school partnerships.

This lesson empowers high school students to create a personalized transition plan when returning to school after an absence. Students will identify potential triggers, recall coping skills, and recognize available support systems for a successful reintegration. Designed for high school students, 1 session, 30 minutes.

This lesson helps 7th-grade students understand the importance of seeking help and identifying their support systems after watching the 'Getting Help - Building Resilience with Hunter and Eve' video. It's a 30-minute individual session focused on building resilience and practical strategies for getting support.

This lesson focuses on building family communication and support networks to help overcome feelings of overwhelm. Through interactive activities and discussions, students and their parents will learn strategies to communicate effectively and support each other. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive home environment, which is crucial for the emotional well-being of students.

In this 30-minute individual session, the student will learn to plan, start, and complete household chores effectively—building responsibility, time management, and self-reliance. Tier 3 support provides personalized, step-by-step guidance and reflection prompts tailored for a 6th grader’s needs.

A 30-minute adult GED prep session focusing on whole-student success by integrating study strategies, self-care, and confidence-building. This Tier 1 lesson empowers learners with practical tools to balance academic preparation and personal wellness, setting them up for long-term achievement.

This lesson plan is designed to equip parents with effective strategies to support their child's behavior management at home, fostering a consistent approach between school and home. By aligning strategies used at school with those at home, parents can create a supportive environment that encourages positive behavior and emotional growth. This lesson is important as it helps build a strong partnership between parents and teachers, ensuring that children receive consistent guidance and support in both settings.

In this 20-minute one-on-one session, students discover practical tools for organization, goal setting, and communication to kick off the school year with confidence. Perfect for any grade, this session includes a warm-up, a short video, guided discussion, and a SMART goal-setting activity.

Implementing art therapy programs in school settings to support student well-being.

This session engages elementary families and students to explore family strengths, define roles in learning support, and kick off a powerful home-school partnership. It fosters community, clarifies collaboration, and empowers families to be classroom superheroes.

A 5-session small-group program teaching 3rd and 4th graders essential daily living and life skills in 30-minute sessions. This Tier 2 intervention builds independence, confidence, and practical know-how through hands-on activities, guided practice, and reflection.

In this one-session lesson, 7th graders learn how to welcome and guide Pre-K students as junior school counselors, building empathy, communication, and leadership skills. This interactive 30-minute orientation equips students with practical strategies to support younger peers and foster a positive school climate.

A six-session module for 6th graders to develop essential friendship skills like empathy, communication, and conflict resolution in fun, interactive 30-minute lessons. Building strong peer relationships supports social-emotional growth and a positive classroom community.

This 30-minute lesson for 6th and 7th graders helps students understand where they can find support for mental health concerns at school, including self-harm and suicide prevention resources, and practical self-care tips. It's crucial for fostering a supportive school environment and equipping students with vital coping strategies.

This self-guided resource helps parents of children with significant ADHD learn practical strategies to support their child’s success in completing homework at home. Includes a concise 15-minute session with tips, accessible resources, and step-by-step guidance.

This individual support session helps a 6th grade student understand and cope with the emotional impact of parental divorce, build healthy coping strategies, and foster resilience. In a single 30-minute tier 3 session, the student will explore feelings, identify support systems, and practice self-care techniques.

This lesson introduces students to mindfulness and its benefits during recess. It begins with a short video that guides children through a tree meditation exercise, followed by a discussion on how mindfulness can help them stay calm and make better decisions during recess. The lesson ends with a practice activity to reinforce these concepts.

In this 30-minute one-on-one lesson, a 3rd grader watches an animated video about asking for and giving help, reflects on personal experiences, and practices communication skills through guided role-play. This Tier 3 session builds confidence, empathy, and self-advocacy.

In this one-session lesson, 9th graders learn about 504 accommodations, how they support peers with anxiety and depression, and how to foster an inclusive classroom. This lesson builds empathy, awareness, and practical skills for classroom support.

This 90-minute Tier 1 session teaches parents the importance of using visuals and schedules to support their children’s routines and learning. Parents will learn practical strategies, create sample visuals, and develop personalized schedules to implement at home.