This resource provides practical strategies and tools for families to prepare effectively for IEP meetings, ensuring they arrive confident and ready to advocate for their child. It helps families organize their thoughts, questions, and concerns, leading to more productive discussions. Audience: Parents of K-12 Students. Duration: 45 minutes.
Liana Nay
Counselor
This lesson empowers school leaders to foster stronger family engagement in the IEP process, ensuring students receive comprehensive support. It's a 30-minute session for school leaders.
Amy Pry
District Administrator
In this 50-minute Tier 2 group session, students on an IEP will learn how to advocate for themselves by reviewing their IEP goals, sharing whether supports are in place, and brainstorming additional ways the school can help. This lesson empowers students and builds self-advocacy skills essential for their success.
Rachel Monte
Counselor
This 1-page information sheet helps 9th-grade students understand what an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is, how it can support their learning, and its positive impact on their academic journey. Designed for individual student review in approximately 30 minutes.
Kelly Fallacara
Social Worker
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.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
In this two-session mini-unit, 5th grade learning support students will learn to read, interpret, and advocate for their Individualized Education Program (IEP) as they transition to middle school. These lessons build confidence and skills for self-advocacy in just 30-minute sessions.
Joanna Rodriguez
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps 10th-grade high school students with IEPs develop and practice self-advocacy skills, specifically focusing on how to effectively participate and advocate for their needs during an IEP meeting. This is a Tier 2 small group lesson designed for a single 45-minute session.
Sierra Parce
Special Education Teacher
This 15-minute, Tier 3 (Individual) lesson helps 10th-grade students with IEPs develop crucial social, emotional, and behavioral skills to address frequent write-ups. It focuses on self-awareness, coping strategies, and effective communication to improve classroom conduct and personal well-being.
Maria Denton
Counselor
This resource demystifies the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process for students, helping them understand their goals, accommodations, and rights. It's critical for fostering student involvement and self-determination in their educational planning. This lesson is for an 11th-grade student and will take 70 minutes across one session.
JESSICA DULMAGE
Special Education Teacher
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.
Jameka
Instructor
This 30-minute, single-session lesson for a 7th-grade individual student focuses on identifying trusted adults and understanding how to seek support when needed. It helps students recognize the importance of a support system, particularly during times of family loss and separation, fostering a sense of security and connection.
Victoria Douglas
Behavior Interventionist
In this seminar session, 8th grade parents will explore practical home strategies to support their child’s psychological development and learning. Through small-group discussions, parents will share experiences, analyze scenarios, and co-create actionable plans for nurturing independence, responsibility, and emotional security at home. (Tier 1, 1 session, 30 minutes)
burcu.kiranlar
Counselor
In this 30-minute group session, parents and families of students with IEPs will learn practical strategies to support children with ADHD at home. This lesson is important because it empowers caregivers with actionable tools to boost their child’s focus, organization, and self-esteem. Includes a lesson plan, a concise reading handout, and an interactive worksheet.
Eboniqua Smith
Social Worker, Counselor, Behavior Interventionist
This lesson introduces middle school students to the concept of family meetings as a tool for resolving sibling conflicts. Students will learn how to organize and conduct effective family meetings at home, which can help improve communication and problem-solving skills within their families. This lesson is important as it empowers students with practical skills to manage conflicts and fosters a supportive family environment.
Kayle Jordan
Counselor
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.
Elise Gleeson
Instructor
A 3-session, 30-minute each, group counseling series for parents of elementary students with autism and ADHD. Parents will learn foundational knowledge, communication and behavior support strategies, and self-care techniques to empower their child’s success and their own well-being.
RaShanda Hartman
Social Worker
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.
jmoreno
Instructor
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.
Rachel Pizzo
Psychologist
This 15-minute lesson, designed for special education department members and school leaders, explores strategies for creating an inclusive culture for students with IEPs in general education settings at the Tier 1 level. It focuses on the role of the special education department in supporting schools to achieve this.
L Negron
Social Worker
This lesson empowers parents and adults to understand and utilize visual supports for children with autism in the home. Participants will learn to define visual supports and recognize their significant impact on communication and daily routines. This single session is designed for parents and adults and will take approximately 30 minutes.
lbullock
Psychologist
This lesson focuses on developing individualized education program (IEP) goals for a 9th-grade high school student in the areas of decision-making and class attendance. These goals are tailored for intensive, personalized support (Tier 3) and designed for a 30-minute session, aiming to equip the student with practical strategies for academic and personal growth. Audience: 9th Grade. Sessions: 1. Duration: 30 minutes.
kscorzella
Social Worker
A 90-minute Tier 2 session for parents on using visuals and schedules to support child learning and behavior. This workshop helps parents understand benefits, create simple visuals, and implement effective schedules at home.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
In this one-session professional development workshop, school counselors will gain a clear, practical understanding of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans. By exploring legal frameworks, eligibility criteria, and collaboration strategies, counselors will feel confident supporting students with disabilities and ensuring compliance. Audience: K–12 school counselors; Duration: 1.5 hours.
Sharon St Pierre
Counselor
This lesson equips parents with strategies to manage their anger, establish clear expectations, and positively reinforce their children's efforts. It's crucial for fostering a supportive home environment and building strong parent-child relationships. Designed for parents, 1 session, 1 hour, in English and Spanish.
MariaP Juarez
Instructor
This 30-minute lesson empowers parents with practical strategies to effectively communicate with their child's school and teachers. Strong parent-teacher communication is crucial for student success and a positive learning environment. This session is designed for small groups of parents seeking to enhance their communication skills.
Jasmin Mendez
Social Worker
In this one 30-minute session, elementary students with social, emotional, and behavioral IEP goals will learn how to set simple goals and use a personalized progress monitoring sheet to track their own growth. This lesson builds student ownership and self-awareness, equipping them with an easy-to-use tool for recording daily successes and behaviors. Tier 3 individual support ensures the sheet is tailored to each student’s needs.
sgeoffroy
Social Worker
This resource encourages students to identify their support network and understand the roles of different adults in their lives. It helps students recognize available resources and build trust with their support system. This lesson is for elementary school students and is designed for a single session of approximately 45-60 minutes.
Maddy Skinner
Special Education Teacher
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.
kelsie.bromberg
Counselor
In this 30-minute lesson, 9th-grade students will explore IEP goals and objectives for a peer with autism who has sensory processing and self-regulation challenges. Students will learn how IEPs support individual needs, build empathy, and brainstorm strategies to create an inclusive classroom.
carrie.yespy
Social Worker
In this 6-session individual support series, a 4th grade student will build skills in emotion regulation, growth mindset, and positive self-talk. Each 30-minute session offers structured activities, readings, games, and reflective exercises tailored to IEP needs, empowering the student to navigate emotions and develop resilience.
avolis
Social Worker
This lesson is designed to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to support their adult children who are experiencing military PTSD. It will cover understanding PTSD, effective communication strategies, and resources for additional support. This session is crucial for fostering a supportive environment and empowering parents to be proactive in their child's mental health journey.
heather Diehl
Instructor
This 15-minute lesson for school leaders explores practical strategies to cultivate an inclusive school culture for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) within general education settings. It emphasizes the critical role of leadership in fostering environments where all students thrive. This lesson is designed for a single session.
L Negron
Social Worker
This lesson provides an adult male with disabilities with practical strategies for independent task learning, maintaining employment, setting achievable goals, and communicating effectively in a workplace setting. This one-on-one session is designed to be easy to follow and empowering for the individual, taking approximately 2 hours to complete.
Ron
Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional
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.
Jacqueline Lynch
Counselor
In this one 60-minute individual session for a 1st grade student with ASD, students will practice executive functioning skills—task initiation, sustained attention, and flexible transitions—using fun, interactive home-based activities with lots of visual supports. This session is crucial for building independence and confidence in completing tasks with minimal prompting.
Christine White
Special Education Teacher
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.
lthomas
Counselor
This lesson helps parents prepare a clear, calm, and supportive announcement to inform their child and other family members about a new plan to reduce a specific accommodation. This is crucial for successful implementation and family unity. Designed for Parents, 1 session, 60 minutes.
Tony Kissell
Social Worker, Counselor
This resource is designed for school leaders and teachers, focusing on cultivating stronger, more collaborative relationships with parents. It explores effective communication strategies, active listening techniques, and shared goal setting to support student success and wellbeing. Participants will learn practical methods to engage parents as true partners in education. Audience: School Leaders and Teachers. Duration: 60 minutes.
Yvette Trevino
District Administrator
This session provides an initial assessment framework for school counselors to engage with parents of 7th-grade boys. It aims to understand the student's current academic, social, and emotional landscape to facilitate effective support strategies. This session is designed for parents and will take approximately 30 minutes.
ejeffery
Counselor
This individual counseling lesson for 8th-grade student Sylas focuses on his IEP goals related to following adult directives, school rules, and increasing on-task performance. By exploring classroom expectations, learning self-regulation strategies, and understanding his reinforcement system, Sylas will gain tools to foster a more positive and successful school experience. This lesson is designed for one 30-minute individual session.
Orissa Lavia
Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist
This lesson helps young students understand the importance of building positive relationships with adults in their support system, such as parents, teachers, and caregivers. Through storytelling, interactive activities, and creative expression, students will learn how to communicate and connect with adults. This lesson is crucial as it lays the foundation for trust and effective communication, which are vital for their development.
Katie Ray
Counselor
In this 30-minute one-on-one counseling session, 6th-grade students with IEPs will share first-day feelings, set personal goals, and explore new coping skills for the school year. This session builds trust, reduces anxiety, and equips students with strategies for a confident start.
edline.louis
Social Worker
This resource is designed for school leaders and teachers, focusing on cultivating stronger, more collaborative relationships with parents. It explores effective communication strategies, active listening techniques, and shared goal setting to support student success and wellbeing. Audience: School Leaders and Teachers. Duration: 60 minutes.
yvette.trevino
District Administrator
In this 30-minute 5th grade lesson, students with IEPs learn to identify their support network and practice advocating for help as they transition to middle school. This lesson empowers students to confidently speak up, ensuring they get the accommodations and guidance they need. Audience: 5th grade; Tier 1; Duration: 1 session of 30 minutes.
Joanna Rodriguez
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson helps a 3rd-grade male student develop strong decision-making skills, focusing on positive choices, following directions, using calming strategies, and fostering positive peer interactions. It directly addresses his IEP goals by providing structured practice and reflection in a supportive one-on-one setting.
tkeya.void
Social Worker
This three-session lesson is designed for a student on an IEP who needs support in using respectful language towards adults. Each 20-minute session will focus on building communication skills that foster positive interactions with grown-ups, emphasizing the importance of respectful language. This lesson is crucial as it empowers the student to navigate social situations with confidence and respect, enhancing their interpersonal relationships.
Ashleigh Shepard
Special Education Teacher
This adapted lesson series empowers an 8th-grade female student with ID-Mild to build foundational self-advocacy skills. It focuses on identifying emotions, making simple positive choices, and using her voice effectively in daily situations. Each session will be individualized, approximately 15 minutes long, with concrete examples, visual supports, and ample practice. This is a Tier 3 support.
Shequeta Harris
Behavior Interventionist
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.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
This lesson provides special education teachers with the knowledge and skills to craft effective Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with ADHD. It covers essential components such as goal setting, accommodations, and progress monitoring. This session is crucial for ensuring that students with ADHD receive tailored support that meets their unique needs, ultimately enhancing their educational outcomes.
Gretchen Mazaheri
Counselor
This 30-minute individualized lesson for a 4th-grade girl with an IEP and speech delay will help her learn strategies for asking for help in class, boosting her confidence and self-advocacy skills. It includes an engaging art-based activity.
Liana Sheinkin
Social Worker
This 30-minute individual lesson for a 4th-grade student helps them build confidence, develop self-advocacy skills, and manage anxiety when initiating conversations with peers and teachers. This lesson directly supports IEP goals related to requesting assistance and engaging in social interactions. (1 session, 30 minutes)
Eric
Counselor
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.
LeeAnn Leeds
Social Worker
This 30-minute individual lesson for a 6th-grade student provides a structured worksheet to assess their use of 'I' statements and direct requests in role-play scenarios, reflect on self-advocacy, and identify areas for growth with peers and in class. This lesson is important because it empowers students to effectively communicate their needs, fostering independence and confidence in academic and social settings.
Virginia Lenac
Counselor
This 30-minute individual lesson for an 8th-grade male with ADHD focuses on developing healthy communication skills to express thoughts and feelings without causing conflict, managing emotions, and adapting to changing family dynamics. It's crucial for fostering stronger relationships and personal well-being.
Victoria Douglas
Behavior Interventionist
Parent Power-Up is a 30-minute one-on-one coaching session designed for 9th grade students and their parents to boost family engagement through personalized strategies. This Tier 3 support empowers families with actionable insights into student strengths and learning styles, fostering academic success at home.
Carlie Sittig
Counselor, School Administrator
This individual behavior support plan helps 6th grade students break challenging behaviors into manageable steps, celebrate incremental wins, and build momentum for positive change. Over one 30-minute session, students will learn a step-by-step strategy, track progress with a chart, reflect in a journal, and understand rubrics to self-assess growth.
Dianna Wyllie
Counselor
This 30-minute individualized lesson helps a 4th-grade student with a Communication Impairment develop a personalized academic plan, focusing on setting clear personal and academic goals and identifying strategies to meet them. This lesson is crucial for empowering the student to advocate for their needs and take ownership of their learning journey. It's designed for a single 4th-grade student.
Kemone Hedge
Social Worker, Counselor
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.
Emily James
Social Worker, Counselor
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.
Stephanie
Counselor
A focused 15-minute Tier 3 lesson designed for a 3rd grade student to learn and practice I-messages as a tool to express feelings and needs clearly, reducing frustration and improving communication. This individualized support session equips the student with a structured approach to share emotions, fostering self-awareness and conflict-resolution skills.
Kylie Taniguchi
Counselor
This 30-minute individual lesson for 6th-grade student Aaron focuses on developing self-advocacy and academic coping skills to meet his IEP goal. It will empower him to independently request help and effectively utilize coping strategies in the classroom.
Orissa Lavia
Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist
This 30-minute individual session for a 6th-grade student helps them develop self-awareness by reflecting on their conduct towards adults and peers. Understanding how their actions impact others fosters positive relationships and personal responsibility.
Allison Russell
Counselor
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.
Christine Blaber
Parent
This lesson helps 10th-grade students identify and utilize their personal support networks. Students will map at least five supports across school, home, and community and draft a help-seeking script, including what, when, and how to ask. Key concepts include support networks, help-seeking scripts, trusted adults, and boundaries and consent. This single session will last 30 minutes.
Sony Siddela
General Education Teacher
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.
Melissa Teasley
Counselor
This 30-minute individual session for parents of 6th-grade students provides guidance on how to sensitively and effectively discuss an autism diagnosis with their child. It emphasizes framing autism as a unique set of strengths and fostering open communication. This lesson is crucial for empowering parents to support their child's self-understanding and build a positive foundation for their journey.
L Negron
Social Worker
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.
julie.benson
Counselor
Fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support student punctuality through enhanced communication and shared goals.
Lisa Gendreau
Social Worker, Counselor
In this 90-minute Tier 1 session, parents will learn strategies to support their children’s emotional readiness for school, fostering confidence, resilience, and positive school experiences. This lesson empowers caregivers with practical tools, hands-on activities, and discussion for home application.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
This 120-minute, one-session lesson focuses on enhancing advocacy skills for Kenny, an adult with a disability, to successfully maintain and advance in his first job at Burlington Coat Factory. It will equip him with practical strategies to communicate his needs and goals effectively in the workplace. This lesson is tailored for an individual (Tier 3).
Tia Washington
Counselor, Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional
This 30-minute individualized lesson empowers 7th-grade students to understand and practice self-advocacy skills, focusing on communicating their needs effectively in various situations. Crucial for Tier 3 students to develop independence.
rharrington
Counselor
This 30-minute lesson helps 10th-grade students identify and map their support networks across school, home, and community. Students will also draft and practice a script for asking for help, empowering them to build strong relationships and seek assistance when needed.
JOYCE PURCELL
General Education Teacher
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.
Zachary Eden
Behavior Interventionist
This 30-minute, Tier 3 lesson is designed for an 8th-grade student with an IEP to understand, practice, and apply self-advocacy skills. Learning self-advocacy empowers students to communicate their needs effectively, fostering independence and success in academic and personal life.
Eftihia Neupauer
Special Education Teacher, Behavior Interventionist
This lesson helps a 2nd-grade student on an individual support plan (Tier 3) learn to identify and express their feelings using words. Over one 15-minute session, the student will practice verbalizing emotions with visual aids and guided scenarios, building essential communication skills to reduce frustration and promote self-advocacy.
Anna Ehrsam
Social Worker
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.
Lynn Pollard
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute individual lesson for a 4th-grade male with an IEP and communication impairment focuses on building self-confidence through recognizing personal strengths and positive self-talk. It's designed to be engaging and supportive.
Kemone Hedge
Social Worker, Counselor
This 2-hour, individual lesson is designed for an adult male with disabilities to develop self-advocacy skills crucial for employment. It will cover strategies for effectively communicating needs and goals in a professional setting, enabling him to secure, sustain, and advance in his career. The lesson aims to empower the student with practical tools and confidence for job success.
Ron
Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional
This lesson helps 3rd-grade students identify and understand the importance of having a support system at school. By the end of this 30-minute session, students will be able to name at least three trusted individuals they can approach for help, fostering a sense of security and community. This lesson is for 3rd Grade and will take 30 minutes.
mnewby
Social Worker
This resource helps families learn and practice effective communication strategies to strengthen their bonds and resolve conflicts constructively. It's crucial for fostering a supportive home environment where everyone feels heard and understood. Audience: 4th Grade Class, Duration: 60 minutes, Sessions: 1.
Anna
Social Worker
This 30-minute, Tier 3 individual lesson helps a 9th-grade student and social worker establish rapport and understand each other's roles and expectations. It's crucial for fostering a supportive relationship and ensuring the student feels comfortable accessing support. Designed for one-on-one interaction.
Jada Murray
Social Worker
This 20-minute, Tier 3 individual lesson is designed for a timid 9th-grade student with an IEP to develop self-advocacy skills and healthy emotional expression. It will help the student confidently communicate their needs and feelings, fostering personal growth and stronger relationships.
Roberte Souverin
Counselor
"This individual treatment plan helps a 6th-grade girl understand and manage her emotions, improve self-esteem, navigate peer relationships, and develop positive communication with teachers. Designed for one 30-minute session."
Karolyn Estevez
Social Worker
This lesson helps elementary students in a small group setting understand, express, and cope with family changes. It provides a safe space for students to articulate their feelings and develop strategies for navigating new family dynamics, with sensitivity towards those with IEPs, 504s, or in foster care. This single session is designed for 40 minutes.
Trisha Jack
Social Worker
This 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson helps a 9th-grade student with a Multiply Disabled - Specific Learning Disability and ADHD develop conflict management skills. It focuses on identifying conflict triggers, expressing feelings effectively, and seeking support when overwhelmed, aligning with their IEP goals for self-awareness and social-emotional learning.
Jada Murray
Social Worker
Personalized coaching for 8th grade families to master emotional regulation strategies and positive reinforcement techniques. This Tier 3 (Individual) lesson includes a 30-minute session with targeted activities to empower students and families, fostering healthier communication and emotional awareness.
avolis
Social Worker
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.
Ayana B.
Counselor
This workshop is designed to help parents understand disabilities and promote inclusivity both at home and within the school community. Through discussions, resources, and strategies, parents will learn how to support their children's understanding and acceptance of diverse abilities. This lesson is important as it fosters a more inclusive environment, encouraging empathy and understanding among children.
Mary Weatherby
General Education Teacher
This 2-hour individualized lesson provides an adult male with disabilities practical strategies and tools to maintain and excel in his job independently, fostering self-reliance and career growth.
Ron
Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional
This individualized lesson (30 minutes) for Sylas in 8th Grade focuses on teaching and practicing strategies to follow adult directives, adhere to classroom protocols, and increase on-task performance. It directly addresses his IEP goals through explicit instruction and a reinforcement system.
Orissa Lavia
Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist
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.
rcolosi
Counselor
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.
Aly Lanzone Wiesner
Counselor
This 45-minute parent training session equips parents with an understanding of Executive Functioning and practical, fun strategies to support their K-12 children in areas like handwriting, reading, math, focus, and memory. Designed for parents, it offers actionable tools for home use.
Jennifer Croymans
Instructor
This letter introduces parents to the 'Leader in Me' program their 6th-grade child is participating in through a WIN group. It highlights the focus on developing leadership skills and how these principles can be reinforced at home. (Audience: 6th Grade Parents, Sessions: 1, Duration: 30 minutes)
Katie McFarland
Counselor
This lesson empowers Upper Elementary students (grades 3-5) to express their feelings and needs effectively using 'I' messages. Through interactive activities, students will learn practical communication skills for respectful interactions. This single-session lesson is designed for a 20-minute duration.
dmorrow
Counselor
This lesson helps 6th-grade students create a personal support plan by identifying two trusted adults they can talk to when feeling angry. It emphasizes seeking help, building support systems, and self-advocacy. This lesson is designed for a small group (Tier 2) and will take 30 minutes.
mfinkley
Counselor
In this 60-minute one-on-one executive functioning session, Benjamin will learn to initiate tasks within one minute of instruction using engaging visuals, timers, and interactive games. This individualized Tier 3 lesson provides structured supports—prompt fading, a colorful checklist, and fun activities—to build independence and celebrate successes.
Christine White
Special Education Teacher
This 15-minute individualized lesson empowers a 17-year-old male student with Autism to advocate for his needs. It focuses on building confidence and communication skills in a supportive, one-on-one setting.
David Sayegh
Psychologist
This three-session, 30-minute lesson is designed for an individual 6th-grade student struggling with family conflict due to differing personal values. It aims to help the student understand and articulate their own values, develop strategies for respectful communication, and manage feelings of guilt. This lesson is important because it provides a safe space for the student to process complex emotions and build communication skills crucial for navigating personal identity within a family context. Each session is 30 minutes long, across 3 sessions, for a total of 90 minutes.
sonia.salman
Counselor
A 3-session workshop for parents and community members focused on understanding, participating in, and giving feedback at school council meetings. Empower participants to engage effectively, contribute ideas, and shape school decisions through interactive sessions of 45 minutes each.
Brooke Beverly
Language Arts, Math, English, History, Earth Science, Art, Music, Health & Fitness, Counselor
In this 5-session individual lesson series, students needing support to communicate wants and needs will learn practical, person-centered skills using visual supports, modeling, and guided practice. Each 20-minute session builds one step toward confident, functional communication.
Veronica Jaramillo
Social Worker
This individualized support plan teaches an 8th grade student a brief mindful pause technique to regulate emotions during challenging moments. Over a single 20-minute session, the student will learn steps, practice a guided dialogue, reflect on their experience, and set personal goals. This plan empowers self-regulation skills in real time.
Diane DeRienzis
General Education Teacher
An individual Tier 3 support session for a 5th grader with severe social anxiety and dyslexia. This 30-minute intervention combines psychosocial education, therapeutic coping strategies, and dyslexia-friendly reading support to help the student build confidence, reduce anxiety, and catch up academically.
vbissonnette
Counselor
This lesson empowers adult males with disabilities to confidently advocate for their needs and preferences with family members. It focuses on practical strategies to communicate effectively and respectfully, fostering independence and stronger family relationships. This lesson is designed for a single 2-hour session.
Ron
Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional
This 15-minute session provides parents with actionable strategies to help their child overcome school-related anxiety, focusing on practical techniques to reduce tears and refusal to attend school. Designed for individual parent support.
Virginia Lenac
Counselor
This lesson plan helps school leaders understand and implement effective Tier 1 classroom supports for students with ADHD and General Anxiety, focusing on 504 plans. This session is designed for school leaders and lasts 30 minutes.
Adrienne Williams
Counselor
In this individualized Tier 3 behavior support session, a 2nd-grade student will use a visual timeline to identify challenging behaviors, triggers, and plan alternative choices. This 25-minute intervention fosters self-monitoring and planning skills, crucial for developing positive behavior patterns.
Kylie Taniguchi
Counselor
A one-session, 30-minute teletherapy lesson designed for a third grade autistic student with limited vocabulary. Students will engage with a simple, visual social story to practice asking for help in real-life situations. This targeted, Tier 3 intervention uses interactive digital slides and picture-based activities to build communicative confidence.
Jennifer
Social Worker
This lesson is designed for a 4th grader with autism and ADHD to help them understand and differentiate between appropriate behaviors at school and at home. It focuses on building social awareness and adaptability through interactive and movement-based activities, tailored to the student's individual needs. The session will last 20 minutes and aims to empower the student with skills to navigate different environments effectively.
Justin Beechwood
Special Education Teacher
An individualized Tier 3 support lesson for an 8th grade student focusing on improving active listening through conversation analysis and self-reflection. This 30-minute session uses direct instruction, guided practice, and personal reflection to build social communication skills.
Maria Avina
Special Education Teacher
This session helps parents reflect on their accomplishments using SPACE principles and develop strategies for ongoing success. This lesson is for parents and will last 60 minutes.
Tony Kissell
Social Worker, Counselor
This lesson focuses on enhancing students' social skills through interactive games and activities. By engaging in exercises that promote active listening, cooperation, and conflict resolution, students will develop essential skills for effective communication and teamwork. This workshop is crucial for students with IEPs as it supports their social development and helps them navigate social situations more confidently.
Krysti Hesse
Social Worker
A 9-month, weekly Tier 3 program for individual 8th grade students to build and reinforce social communication and self-advocacy skills through progressive role-plays, reflections, and real-world practice. Each 30-minute session builds on the last, fostering confidence and independence over 36 weeks.
clukasik
Counselor
This lesson is designed for a one-on-one setting to help a 1st-grade student with social-emotional challenges develop independence by creating proactive strategies to manage their emotions. Through personalized discussion, interactive activities, and reflection, the student will learn how to ask for breaks and use other strategies to minimize dysregulation. This lesson is important as it empowers the student to take control of their emotional responses, fostering a more inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Kyle Ryan
Psychologist
This lesson helps a 12th-grade student explore personal goals, identify support systems, and develop a plan for their future, especially when facing conflicting expectations. This individual session is designed to empower the student to articulate and pursue their own aspirations. (1 session, 30 minutes)
Pamela
Counselor
A 60-minute individual session for Benjamin to strengthen executive function skills—task initiation, sustained attention, flexible transitions, emotional regulation, working memory, and self-monitoring—using visual supports, interactive activities, and reflection. This targeted Tier 3 support will help Benjamin build foundational life skills for academic and personal success.
Chris
Special Education Teacher
This lesson provides individualized support for a 3rd-5th grade student with autism to understand and cope with family changes due to divorce. It focuses on clear, visual communication and structured emotional processing over approximately 30 minutes in a single session.
Stephanie Melendrez
Psychologist
"This 20-minute, single-session lesson is designed for a 1st-grade student struggling with self-confidence, leading to defiance when faced with classwork. It aims to build a positive 'I Can Do It' mindset and coping strategies. This lesson is tailored for individual support (Tier 3) to address specific behavioral and emotional needs."
Erin Waterhouse
Counselor
