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Planning & Prioritizing

Unlock student success with our free resources for Planning & Prioritizing in Special Education. Discover practical tools, engaging activities, and real-world strategies to help learners master executive function skills. Whether you're an educator, parent, or student, find step-by-step lessons and adaptable templates designed to foster independence and boost organization—empowering every learner to thrive.

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What's First Things First for YOU?

Tier 1

6th Grade Class

50 mins

This resource helps students identify their most important tasks and learn strategies for effective prioritization. It's crucial for developing executive functioning skills and reducing overwhelm in a whole-class setting.

Goal Guardians

Tier 2

7th Grade Group

60 mins

Focused on helping small groups of students break down larger goals into manageable steps and create a personalized action plan. This fosters self-advocacy and a sense of accomplishment by making big goals feel achievable.

My Time Navigator

Tier 3

4th Grade Student

45 mins

This individualized resource guides students in creating a visual schedule and time management system tailored to their specific needs and learning style. It empowers students to take ownership of their day and reduce anxiety around transitions and task completion.

How Do I Eat an Elephant?

Tier 1

8th Grade Class

55 mins

This engaging lesson teaches the 'chunking' strategy to break down large assignments into smaller, more manageable parts. It's essential for preventing procrastination and building confidence when facing complex projects.

Priority Master

Tier 2

10th Grade Group

70 mins

A small group session focused on advanced prioritization techniques like the Eisenhower Matrix, adapted for student use. This helps students make informed decisions about what to tackle first based on urgency and importance.

My Executive Function Toolkit

Tier 3

11th Grade Student

60 mins

This resource helps an individual student build a personalized set of tools and strategies for planning, organizing, and prioritizing their academic and personal tasks. It provides practical, hands-on support for developing essential life skills.

Are We Ready for Takeoff?

Tier 1

5th Grade Class

15 mins

A warm-up activity designed to get students thinking about their daily tasks and how to prepare for the school day. This helps set a productive tone and encourages proactive planning from the start of class.

Project Pathways

Tier 2

9th Grade Group

75 mins

This resource guides small groups through the process of outlining a multi-step project, identifying milestones, and assigning roles. It promotes collaborative planning and ensures all group members understand the project's scope and timeline.

The Distraction Detector

Tier 3

12th Grade Student

40 mins

An individual session helping students identify common distractions and develop personalized strategies to minimize them, improving focus and task completion. This helps students build self-awareness and practical coping mechanisms.

How Do I Juggle It All?

Tier 1

7th Grade Class

60 mins

This lesson introduces students to managing multiple responsibilities (homework, chores, extracurriculars) using a master schedule. It's vital for teaching balanced planning and preventing burnout.

Feedback Loop

Tier 2

8th Grade Group

45 mins

A small group activity where students give and receive constructive feedback on their planning strategies and goal progress. This promotes peer learning and helps students refine their approaches in a supportive environment.

The Executive Function Game Show

Tier 1

6th Grade Class

40 mins

A fun, interactive game show format to review and reinforce key concepts of planning and prioritizing. This high-energy activity makes learning engaging and accessible for all students while consolidating their understanding.

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Prioritization Power

This lesson introduces 8th-grade students to the concept of prioritization, helping them understand how to manage tasks effectively. Through a combination of video content and experiential activities, students will learn practical strategies for prioritizing their tasks, which is crucial for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25

Sharon St Pierre

Counselor

Prioritizing and Organization Skills

This lesson focuses on teaching 8th-grade students the essential skills of prioritizing and organizing tasks effectively. By engaging in experiential and active learning activities, students will learn how to manage their time and tasks efficiently, which is crucial for academic success and personal development. This lesson will help students reduce stress and improve productivity by learning to prioritize tasks and organize their schedules.

Tier 1
2/25

Sharon St Pierre

Counselor

The Priority Race

In this 45-minute Tier 2 group lesson, 7th graders develop planning and prioritizing skills by distinguishing between urgent and important tasks. Through collaborative EF activities, students will learn to boost organization, focus, and teamwork.

Tier 2
6/10
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Audrey Lietar

Counselor

Priority Power

In this 15-minute Tier 3 individual lesson for 8th graders, students learn to prioritize and organize assignments effectively, boosting their time-management skills and reducing stress.

Tier 3
8/21
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Jennifer Ruhle

Counselor

Time Mastery: Plan, Prioritize!

This lesson teaches 9th and 10th-grade students essential time management skills, including effective planning and prioritization. Students will learn practical strategies to organize their schedules, reduce stress, and achieve academic and personal goals, all within a single 20-minute session.

Tier 2
9/18
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Erica Loiben

Counselor

Task Juggling: Prioritize Like a Pro!

This lesson helps 7th and 8th graders develop essential task prioritization skills, especially beneficial for students with executive functioning struggles. It equips them with strategies to manage their workload effectively and reduce stress. Designed for one 40-minute session.

Tier 1
10/3
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molander

School Administrator

Goal Setting and Prioritization

In this lesson, high school students will learn how to set personal goals and prioritize the steps needed to achieve them. This lesson is important as it fosters long-term planning and strategic thinking, skills that are essential for personal and academic success. By the end of the lesson, students will have a clear understanding of how to break down their goals into manageable tasks and prioritize them effectively.

Tier 1
2/25

Sharon St Pierre

Counselor

Mindful Planning for Success

This lesson helps students develop mindful academic strategies by setting achievable goals and identifying potential obstacles. By combining mindfulness techniques with planning exercises, students will enhance their focus and perseverance. This lesson is important as it equips students with skills to manage stress and improve their academic performance.

Tier 1
2/25
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Victoria Claas

Counselor

Mastering Time: Prioritization and Workload Management for Adults with ADHD

This 3-session lesson is designed for a 25-year-old individual with ADHD, focusing on managing workload efficiently and prioritizing tasks. The lesson aims to equip the individual with practical strategies to enhance productivity and reduce overwhelm, using personalized approaches tailored to their unique needs.

Tier 3
3/18

Jenny Brennan

Behavior Interventionist, General Education Teacher

Mastering Time: Prioritization Role-Play

This lesson engages 8th-grade students in a role-playing game to practice time management and prioritization skills. Students will learn to set priorities and organize their schedules effectively, which are essential skills for academic success and personal growth. By participating in this interactive activity, students will gain practical experience in managing their time and making informed decisions about their priorities.

Tier 1
2/25

Sharon St Pierre

Counselor

What's Most Important?

This 30-minute mini-lesson helps 9th-grade students understand and practice effective prioritization techniques. Learning to prioritize is a crucial life skill that empowers students to manage their time, reduce stress, and achieve their goals in academics and daily life. This lesson is designed for a single classroom session.

Tier 1
10/17
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acericola

Special Education Teacher

Prioritize Like a Pro

This 30-minute lesson teaches 10th-grade students how to effectively prioritize tasks using the Urgent/Important Matrix. Students will learn decision-making skills and apply them to real-life scenarios, helping them manage their time and reduce stress. Designed for one session.

Tier 1
10/8
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JOYCE PURCELL

General Education Teacher

Future You

This resource encourages students to think about the impact of their current planning and prioritizing decisions on their future selves. It fosters a proactive mindset and teaches long-term consequences of organizational habits. Designed for a 7th Grade Special Education Group, this lesson is 40 minutes long.

Tier 2
9/18
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Adison Holmes

Special Education Teacher

The Executive Planner

This lesson guides 8th-grade students in developing essential executive function skills, focusing on planning, organization, and time management. Through interactive planning exercises and practical strategies, students will learn to break down large assignments, prioritize tasks, and utilize effective tools to reduce academic stress and improve their sense of control. The objective is to foster greater independence and academic confidence. Audience: 8th Grade, 1 session, 50 minutes.

Tier 1
10/6
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sspence

Counselor

Future Focus Framework

In this individualized 50-minute session, the student will learn to set meaningful long-term goals and break them into manageable interim steps. This lesson is vital to strengthen planning and prioritizing skills, boosting executive function and self-confidence. Audience: 9th Grade SPED student, Tier 3 support.

Tier 3
8/25
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Dennis Donahue

Special Education Teacher

The Power of Prioritization

Learn how to prioritize tasks effectively to maximize productivity and minimize stress. This lesson is crucial for adults looking to better manage their time and workload. The lesson is designed for an adult group and will be conducted in a single 60-minute session, focusing on task management and prioritization techniques.

Tier 1
5/2
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Erin Erasmus

Counselor

Plan to Succeed

In this two-session mini-unit, high school students will learn why planning and organizing are essential tools for academic and personal success. Through engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and fun games, students will discover strategies to effectively manage tasks and time — skills that will serve them throughout life.

Tier 1
9/11
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Joseph Malvezzi

Special Education Teacher

Plan to Ace It!

This 30-minute, Tier 3 individual lesson teaches an 8th-grade student with ADHD how to effectively use a planner to organize schoolwork, manage time, and ultimately improve grades. It's crucial for developing executive functioning skills.

Tier 3
10/1
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Joleen Shillingford

Counselor

Can You Plan Like a Pro?

This 25-minute Tier 1 lesson for 4th graders teaches self-management planning strategies to organize tasks and manage time effectively. Students practice through interactive activities and reflection, building lifelong organizational skills.

Tier 1
7/15
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Dan Wagner

Instructor

Pause, Plan, Prevail

In this 45-minute elementary lesson, students will learn practical self-management strategies—pausing to recognize emotions, planning responses, and practicing self-control. This essential life skill supports academic success, positive behavior, and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
7/13
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sonterria.sherer

Social Worker

Mission: Ready, Set, Go

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.

Tier 3
6/29
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Christine White

Special Education Teacher

Priority Power Hour

This individualized support session coaches an 8th grade student through creating a prioritized checklist and a time-blocking schedule for their assignments. It provides targeted guidance on executive function skills, helping students plan and prioritize tasks effectively in just one 30-minute session.

Tier 3
6/9
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Megan Sheanshang

Special Education Teacher

The Time Capsule: Prioritizing Tasks

In this lesson, students will learn to prioritize tasks by creating a 'time capsule' of daily activities. This hands-on activity will help them identify what's urgent and important, improving their decision-making skills. By understanding how to prioritize, students can manage their time more effectively and reduce stress, which is crucial for their academic and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25

Ashton Johnson

Instructor

Ready, Set, Plan?

A hands-on activity to help 2nd graders map out their daily tasks using visual planners—boosting organization and executive function skills by making planning fun and concrete. Ideal for a 60-minute Tier 1 classroom session nurturing executive function and organization for 2nd grade students.

Tier 1
8/25
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Regina Chisler

Special Education Teacher

Be Prepared

In this 12-minute Tier 1 lesson for kindergarteners, students will learn the self-management skill of planning and organizing materials before starting activities. This helps them become confident, independent learners who are ready to engage immediately. The lesson includes an interactive plan, slides with visuals, and a quick game to reinforce preparation.

Tier 1
6/16
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hannah carlson

Counselor

Your Planning Power-Up!

This lesson helps students in grades 6-8 develop essential organizational and planning skills. Over one 60-minute session, students will learn practical strategies to manage their time, tasks, and materials effectively, leading to reduced stress and improved academic performance. This lesson is crucial for fostering independence and responsibility.

Tier 1
9/25
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Executive Function: Task Juggling

This 15-minute group lesson helps college students with Down Syndrome improve their executive function skills, specifically task initiation and prioritization, through an engaging activity. It's designed for small group support (Tier 2).

Tier 2
10/14

X

Instructor

Achieving Your Goals: Motivation & Planning

This lesson focuses on helping students set achievable mental health goals and develop motivation strategies. Through guided discussions and activities, students will learn to track their progress and adjust their plans as needed. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for personal growth and resilience, fostering a proactive approach to mental health and well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Maegen Curley

Instructor

Unlocking Your Brain's Potential: Mastering Executive Function Skills

This 6-session lesson is designed for an 11th grader to enhance executive function skills, focusing on improving working memory and reading comprehension. These skills are crucial for academic success and everyday problem-solving, empowering students to manage tasks more effectively and improve their learning outcomes. Each session is 45 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging activities and discussions to reinforce learning.

Tier 3
3/4
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Kayla O'Shea

Psychologist

Executive Functioning Adventure

This lesson focuses on enhancing executive functioning skills in 4th-grade students through engaging activities and discussions. By incorporating project-based and experiential learning strategies, students will actively participate in exercises that promote skills such as planning, organization, and emotional regulation. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop essential skills for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Kim Mishkin

School Administrator

Mastering Self-Management: Building Focus and Executive Skills

This 10-session individual lesson plan is designed for a 7th-grade boy, focusing on enhancing self-management, executive function, and attentional skills. Each 15-minute session will empower the student with practical strategies to gain better control over his thoughts and actions, improving his academic and personal life.

Tier 3
3/18
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Nicole Camp

Psychologist

Plan It Like a Pro

This lesson empowers 6th-grade students to master weekly planning and task prioritization using effective strategies. They will learn to manage their time and balance their workload, producing a completed weekly plan. Audience: 6th Grade, 1 session, 45 minutes.

Tier 1
9/18
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Kimest Sanders

Instructor

Time Management Mastery

This lesson helps 8th grade students improve their time management skills by identifying time-wasting activities and learning to prioritize tasks. Students will engage in collaborative and active learning activities to create a simple schedule. This lesson is crucial for developing executive functioning skills that are essential for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Caitlyn Hall

Counselor

Time Management Challenge

This lesson focuses on developing time management skills through interactive and engaging activities. Students will participate in a time management challenge that encourages them to prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for academic success and personal growth, helping them to become more organized and efficient in their daily lives.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jillian Wurster

Counselor

Think First

This individualized resource provides targeted strategies and practice for a student struggling with specific impulsive behaviors. It's vital for offering personalized support and building coping mechanisms for challenging situations. Audience: 3rd Grade Student. Duration: 25 minutes. 1 session.

Tier 3
9/17
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Katie Lewis

Instructor

My 'Ready to Learn' Routine

This resource helps an individual 2nd Grade special education student develop a personalized, consistent routine to prepare themselves for learning and task initiation. It creates predictability and reduces resistance to starting academic work. This single-session lesson is designed for one student and will take approximately 20 minutes.

Tier 3
9/15
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Jennifer Karger

Special Education Teacher

Goal Planning and Time Management

This lesson is designed to help third-grade students develop goal planning and time management skills as part of their executive functioning abilities. By focusing on setting and achieving goals while managing time effectively, students can improve their ability to plan, organize, and manage tasks, which is crucial for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Christina Pesiridis

Counselor

Schedule Your Success

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 6th graders will learn to design their own visual schedules to manage daily tasks and reduce stress. Building a visual schedule empowers students with time-management skills and self-regulation, key for academic success.

Tier 1
8/14
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Christian Page

Special Education Teacher

Plan Your Success!

This lesson focuses on teaching 8th-grade students how to effectively use planners to manage their homework and tasks. By learning to organize their time and tasks, students can reduce stress and improve their academic performance. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential time management skills that are crucial for their academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Laura Bernard

Special Education Teacher

Your Planning Superpowers!

This lesson empowers secondary students with essential organization and planning skills. It focuses on practical strategies to manage time, tasks, and academic responsibilities effectively, leading to reduced stress and improved performance. Audience: Secondary 1 and 2 Students. Duration: 1 hour. Number of Sessions: 1.

Tier 1
9/24
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Plan to Succeed

In this single 45-minute session, incoming 9th graders will learn essential back-to-school organizational tools—staying organized, managing time, and using a planner effectively. This lesson builds students’ executive functioning skills, sets them up for academic success, and accommodates a mixed-ability classroom with an early 8th grade reading level.

Tier 1
8/14
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Shaneira DaSilva

Counselor

Prioritizing Passions

This small group resource helps 8th-grade students integrate their personal interests and passions into their planning, ensuring a balanced life. It's crucial for well-being and sustained motivation. Audience: 8th Grade Group. Duration: 45 minutes.

Tier 2
Thursday
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Adison Holmes

Special Education Teacher

Mindful Time-Management

This lesson introduces high school students to mindful time-management strategies. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn to plan their schedules, prioritize tasks, and stay focused on their goals. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to manage their time effectively, reducing stress and improving productivity.

Tier 1
2/25
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Chelsea Burke

Counselor, Social Worker

My Day Planner

This resource helps a 1st-grade individual visualize their daily schedule and anticipate transitions, reducing anxiety and promoting independence. It's vital for students who benefit from predictability and structure. Audience: 1st Grade Student. Duration: 15 minutes.

Tier 3
9/26
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Starla Walls

Instructor

Brain Boss Challenge

In this 30-minute, one-session lesson for 7th graders, students will explore key executive functioning skills—goal setting, prioritizing, and planning—to help improve their grades and manage assignments. This lesson is essential for students struggling academically (Ds and Fs) as it provides practical strategies they can apply immediately to gain control of their tasks and build confidence.

Tier 2
7/13
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Jeanette Simionescu

Instructor

Weekly Planning Workshop

In this lesson, students will learn how to effectively plan their week by identifying their tasks, prioritizing them, and creating a weekly schedule. This lesson is important as it helps students develop organizational and time management skills, which are crucial for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Denise Lasky

Counselor

Time Mastery

In this 40-minute small-group lesson, 9th graders develop essential time management skills by exploring prioritization techniques and digital planning strategies. This session equips students with practical tools—like weekly templates and quick decision games—to boost productivity and prepare for workplace demands.

Tier 2
5/8
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Amanda Johnson

General Education Teacher

Priority Power-Up

In this 15-minute individual session, 6th graders will learn practical strategies to prioritize assignments based on deadlines and importance. This lesson empowers students to manage their workload effectively, reducing stress and boosting confidence.

Tier 3
8/25
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Jennifer Ruhle

Counselor

Roadmap to Success

In this 30-minute lesson, 10th graders will learn to plan and follow through with classwork by creating actionable, step-by-step plans. Students will practice goal-setting, time management, and self-monitoring skills to turn their intentions into results—an essential life skill for high school success.

Tier 1
6/18
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ahosmer

Social Worker

Personalized Goal Mapping

This lesson focuses on helping students with special needs create personalized goal maps that align with their unique abilities and aspirations. By engaging in this activity, students will learn to set realistic and achievable goals, enhancing their self-awareness and motivation. This lesson is important as it empowers students to take ownership of their learning and personal development.

Tier 3
2/25
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Bill Sylvia

Counselor

Goal Setting and Planning

In this lesson, counselors will present to teachers on how to guide students in setting realistic goals and creating actionable plans. This lesson is important as it helps students develop organizational skills and self-motivation, which are crucial for academic success and personal growth. By the end of the lesson, teachers will be equipped to help students identify specific goals and outline steps to achieve them.

Tier 1
2/25
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Britton Smith

Counselor

Juggling It All: Advanced Planning

This lesson helps 5th-grade students understand the importance of balancing academic, social, and personal commitments. Students will learn to prioritize tasks and design a realistic weekly schedule, fostering crucial life skills for managing their time effectively. This single-session lesson is designed for a 60-minute duration.

Tier 1
10/18
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Heidi Moore

Counselor

Organize to Win!

This lesson uses a game-based learning approach to teach high school students essential organizational skills. Through a fun and interactive activity, students will learn how to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep their materials organized. These skills are crucial for academic success and personal development, helping students to manage their workload and reduce stress.

Tier 1
2/25
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Evan Proffer

Counselor, Social Worker

Mastering Time Management

This lesson focuses on teaching students effective time management skills using the RACK method: Recording, Analyzing, and Changing. By learning to prioritize tasks, declutter their workspace, and schedule activities, students will improve productivity and reduce stress. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential skills to manage their time effectively, enhancing their academic performance and overall well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Mary Marsolais

General Education Teacher

Goal Planning Adventure

In this lesson, students will learn about goal planning through a combination of video content and interactive activities. The lesson will help students understand the importance of setting goals and provide them with practical strategies to achieve them. This is crucial for developing their organizational and time-management skills.

Tier 1
2/25
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Raelyn McCray

Counselor

The Anti-Procrastination Playbook

This resource helps individual students develop a personalized playbook of strategies to combat procrastination and initiate tasks effectively. It's vital for empowering individual learners to take control of their work habits. Audience: 9th Grade Special Education Student. Duration: 35 minutes.

Tier 3
10/16
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Jeffrey Gilmour

Special Education Teacher

Plan to Prevail!

This lesson helps university students develop essential organization and planning skills to manage their academic and personal lives effectively. Students will learn practical strategies to set goals, prioritize tasks, and utilize tools for improved productivity. This lesson is designed for university students, lasting 1 hour, and includes video lessons for dynamic engagement.

Tier 1
9/26
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Think Before You Act

This lesson is designed for a highly intelligent student with ADHD, focusing on impulse control and decision-making skills. Over two 30-minute sessions, the lesson will use engaging activities and games to help the student develop strategies to pause and reflect before acting, which is crucial for personal and academic success.

Tier 3
4/30
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Nathan Hand

Counselor

Executive Functioning Skills for 7th Grade Boys

This lesson focuses on teaching 7th grade boys essential executive functioning skills, such as organization, time management, and planning. The lesson is designed to be engaging and interactive, with a mix of activities, games, and a slide deck to facilitate learning. The session will last 25 minutes.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jillian Wurster

Counselor

Mind Momentum

In this 30-minute individualized session, 8th graders will develop key executive functioning skills—planning, organization, and self-monitoring—through fun, interactive challenges. Strengthening these skills helps students manage tasks more effectively and build confidence in academics and everyday life.

Tier 3
8/15
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Lisa Tervil

Social Worker

Organize Now

A workshop designed for 7th-grade special education small groups, focusing on executive function skills—planning and prioritizing—using both digital and paper tools over a single 30-minute session. This lesson equips students with immediate organization strategies to transform chaos into clarity, boosting confidence and productivity.

Tier 2
9/3
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Amy Frye

Special Education Teacher

Your Planning Playbook

This lesson empowers middle school students with essential organization and planning skills. It covers practical strategies for managing time, tasks, and goals, helping students reduce stress and improve academic performance. Designed for one 60-minute session for middle school students.

Tier 1
9/27
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Goal Setting for Success

This lesson will help students understand the importance of setting goals and provide strategies to achieve them. This is crucial for developing self-discipline and planning skills, essential for academic and personal success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Wendy Czerwinski

Chemistry

Mapping My Success

In this two-session individual lesson, a 4th grade student with behavioral challenges will learn how to set and track personal goals to build responsibility and decision-making skills. Through structured activities, guided reflections, and consistent support, the student will leave with a clear, actionable goal and a plan to achieve it.

Tier 3
9/10

Liana Sheinkin

Social Worker

Unlock Potential: 504 & Me

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.

Tier 1
10/10
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Adrienne Williams

Counselor

Plan the Plan

In this 45-minute 8th grade lesson, students learn to create a SMART goal action plan by defining clear action steps, writing two if–then implementation intentions, and designing a weekly monitoring system. This vital life skill empowers students to anticipate obstacles, protect time for goal work, and adjust their approach for success.

Tier 1
9/8
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Kimest Sanders

Instructor

Future Pathways

In this one 15-minute Tier 3 activity, the focus is on helping a 12th-grade special education student explore post–high school goals and actionable next steps. This individualized session builds self-awareness and planning skills essential for a successful transition to adulthood.

Tier 3
8/26

Christina Lee

Counselor

My Behavior Plan Project

This project guides a 3rd-grade student in creating a personalized behavior plan to develop self-regulation skills. It's designed for individual support (Tier 3) and can be completed in approximately 30 minutes.

Tier 3
9/30
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Alice Guzowski

Assistant Principal

The Power of Planning: Setting Goals for Success

This engaging lesson helps students develop effective goal-setting and time management skills, crucial for academic and personal success. The objective is to empower students to break down larger tasks into manageable steps and create a personalized action plan. It's designed to be adaptable for 'Other' grade levels, focusing on practical application. Audience: Other Grade Levels. Sessions: 1. Duration: 60 minutes.

Tier 1
9/29
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Elizabeth Saunders

Counselor

Your Plan, Your Power

This 30-minute, individual lesson for 7th-grade students introduces evidence-based strategies to help manage procrastination and meet deadlines effectively. Students will learn practical tools to break down tasks and plan their approach, reducing overwhelm and improving academic success.

Tier 3
9/16

michael.johnson

Counselor

What Comes First?

Students explore sequencing steps by deciding what tasks to tackle first in familiar routines. Builds foundational planning skills for daily activities. Audience: 2nd Grade, 1 session of 30 minutes.

Tier 1
6/29

Chris

Special Education Teacher

Mastering Your Schedule: Time Management

In this lesson, students will explore techniques for effective time management, focusing on prioritization and planning. Through practical exercises and discussions, students will learn how to organize their tasks efficiently, which is crucial for academic success and personal growth. This lesson will empower students to take control of their schedules, reduce stress, and improve productivity.

Tier 1
2/25
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Loren Baccari

Counselor

Goal Setting Adventure

In this lesson, students will learn how to set achievable study goals and understand the importance of having clear objectives. Through interactive activities, they will practice setting their own goals and learn how to track their progress. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential skills in planning and self-monitoring, which are crucial for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Raelyn McCray

Counselor

My Super Self-Regulation Skills

This 5-week individualized lesson plan is designed for a 2nd-grade special education student to develop self-regulation and appropriate social communication in the classroom. The student will learn to use coping strategies like raising her hand or using a help card to seek attention or help during structured academic activities. The student enjoys games and crafts, which will be incorporated into the activities. This lesson spans 5 weekly 30-minute sessions.

Tier 3
10/12

Kimberly Clark

Psychologist

Steps to Success

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.

Tier 3
8/11
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Dianna Wyllie

Counselor

Becoming a Successful Student Series

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.

Tier 1
3/12
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Darcy Lord-Evans

Counselor

My Executive Functioning Superpowers

This lesson introduces executive functioning skills to an individual autistic Grade 6 student, focusing on practical strategies for planning and organization. It aims to empower the student with tools to manage tasks more effectively, fostering independence and reducing anxiety over 1 session of 30 minutes.

Tier 3
9/25

donnellyj

Special Education Teacher, Parent

Plan Your Win!

This 15-minute individual lesson helps 6th-grade students master time management and consistent planner use for homework. It will equip them with practical strategies to reduce stress and stay organized, improving their academic success.

Tier 3
9/17
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Amanda Dombrowski

Counselor

Brain Boss Bootcamp

A 4-session, 15-minute mini-unit teaching 9th grade special education students essential executive functioning skills, including goal-setting, planning, organization, and time management. These interactive lessons build self-awareness and real-life strategies to boost independence and academic success.

Tier 3
8/22

Patrick Kelly

Special Education Teacher

Behavioral Support Essentials

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.

Tier 1
4/24
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davisd

Special Education Teacher

Mastering Time: Executive Functioning

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' executive functioning skills, specifically targeting goal setting, working memory, organizing/prioritizing, self-monitoring, and flexible thinking. Designed for a small group, this 15-minute session will provide practical strategies to improve time management, crucial for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 2
4/8
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Megan Oliver

Counselor

Plan Like a Pro

In this 30-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson for 9th graders, students will learn how to effectively use an agenda to organize assignments, track deadlines, and manage their time. This skill boosts academic confidence, reduces stress, and supports independent learning.

Tier 2
8/25
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Jay Dalessio

Special Education Teacher

Executive Edge Toolkit

This four-session, individualized 20-minute lesson series helps a 12th grade autistic student build executive function skills—planning, organization, time management, and self-monitoring—through targeted exercises and strategies. These sessions support IEP goals and leverage the student’s hyperfocus strengths in a Tier 3 setting.

Tier 3
6/12
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Migle Zaliukaite-Limantas

Counselor

Plan Backwards to Move Forward

Students will learn to break down multi-step assignments and create a backward plan. This lesson is important because it equips students with essential time management and project planning skills, helping them tackle complex tasks effectively and reduce procrastination. Audience: 10th Grade, 1 session, 30 minutes.

Tier 1
10/7
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JOYCE PURCELL

General Education Teacher

My Behavior Map

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.

Tier 3
5/9
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Kylie Taniguchi

Counselor

Time Management Mastery

In this lesson, students will explore the fundamentals of time management by learning how to set priorities and use planners effectively. Through hands-on activities, they will practice scheduling and time-blocking techniques, which are essential skills for academic success and personal growth. This lesson is important as it equips students with the ability to manage their time efficiently, leading to improved productivity and reduced stress.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jillian Wurster

Counselor

My Voice, My Goals

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.

Tier 3
9/22

Kemone Hedge

Social Worker, Counselor

My Superpower Planner

This 30-minute individual lesson for a 2nd-grade student helps them develop self-management skills to address attention and anxiety concerns. It focuses on concrete, visual strategies to empower the student with tools to manage their emotions and tasks.

Tier 3
10/13
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Jamie Ruble

Counselor

Master Your Minutes?

This lesson helps 9th and 10th graders develop essential time management and planning skills. Students will learn practical strategies to organize their time, prioritize tasks, and reduce stress, leading to improved academic performance and personal well-being. This lesson is designed for small group support, lasting 20 minutes across one session.

Tier 2
9/18
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Erica Loiben

Counselor

Organize Like A Pro

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 7th graders will learn proactive organizational skills, from setting up planners to time block strategies. Students will practice organizing a small project and receive a personalized permission form to join a follow-up small group for deeper support. This builds lifelong habits and involves families in the process.

Tier 1
8/29
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Darcy Lord-Evans

Counselor

What’s Your Next Move?

In this individualized 20-minute session, 9th-grade students with executive-function struggles will learn to map their short- and long-term goals and build daily and weekly routines to support them. This lesson empowers students to take control of their time and progress toward future aspirations.

Tier 3
8/17
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Terry Smith

Instructor

Time Management Mastery

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' ability to manage their time effectively by accurately assessing how long tasks will take and planning accordingly. Through a combination of experiential and game-based learning, students will engage in activities that challenge their perception of time and improve their planning skills. This lesson is crucial for developing executive functioning skills that are essential for academic success and personal growth.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jenny Kaplan

Counselor

Boost Your Brainpower

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson for 10th graders, students will explore what executive function disabilities are, identify their own strengths and challenges, and learn practical strategies to improve organization, time management, and focus. This lesson helps students gain self-awareness, collaboratively develop tools for academic success, and build a supportive peer community.

Tier 2
9/11
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dcelona

Counselor

What’s Your Strategy?

Engage a full class in strategic life planning by teaching methods to set short- and long-term goals for academics and beyond. This lesson will help 8th graders develop actionable strategies and build life planning skills. Audience: 8th Grade; Tier 1; 1 session, 50 minutes.

Tier 1
8/27
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Sondra Shover

General Education Teacher

Got It Together?

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 9th-grade students learn key organizational skills—including time management, workspace organization, and task prioritization—to boost academic success and reduce stress. This Tier 1 lesson equips all students with practical strategies and tools they can immediately apply to daily school life.

Tier 1
5/13
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Amanda Johnson

General Education Teacher

Your Organized Adventure!

This lesson introduces Primary 3 & 4 students to the fundamental concepts of organization and planning. Students will learn practical strategies to organize their belongings, time, and tasks, fostering independence and reducing stress. This one-hour lesson is designed for a whole classroom setting.

Tier 1
9/24
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Ready Set High

In this 30-minute Tier 2 lesson for 8th graders transitioning to high school, students will explore key organizational and study skills, set SMART goals, and create a personalized high school success plan. This lesson builds confidence, reduces anxiety about the transition, and equips students with practical strategies they can immediately use.

Tier 2
5/16
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Christine Joulain

General Education Teacher

Executive Edge

In this 30-minute Tier 1 classroom lesson, 8th graders will learn fundamental executive functioning skills—such as organizing, planning, and self-monitoring—to boost academic success and everyday productivity. These practical strategies empower students to take charge of their learning and build lifelong time-management habits.

Tier 1
8/9
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Kelly R Jenkins

General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Behavior Interventionist

Goals For Success

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.

Tier 3
10/9
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kscorzella

Social Worker

Game Plan for Grades!

This lesson helps 9th and 10th-grade students develop essential study skills and executive functioning strategies. By drawing parallels between sports rivalries and literary 'tragedies,' students will learn to create effective 'game plans' to succeed academically. This single 30-minute session will equip them with practical tools for organization, time management, and effective studying.

Tier 1
9/23

mmanning

Social Worker

Balancing Work and School: Parent Tips

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.

Tier 1
2/25
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Charbel Salamoun

Counselor

Visuals & Schedules Toolkit

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.

Tier 1
5/30

Alyssha Walker

Behavior Interventionist

Growth Game Plan

Students will set one SMART academic or personal goal and outline two perseverance actions to achieve it. This lesson helps students develop essential life skills in goal setting and resilience, crucial for navigating academic and personal challenges. Designed for 7th & 8th Grade, 1 session, 30 minutes.

Tier 1
Thursday
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Darren Duplessis

General Education Teacher

My Classroom Game Plan

This lesson helps 8th-grade student Sylas understand and apply strategies to follow classroom rules and adult directives, increase on-task behavior, and engage in academic work. It focuses on empowering Sylas with self-management tools and integrating a reinforcement system. This is a 30-minute individual session.

Tier 3
9/22

Orissa Lavia

Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist

Power Up Your Voice

In this 15-session, Tier 1 classroom-wide lesson series, students with learning disabilities and ADHD will learn to identify academic and social challenges, select appropriate self-advocacy strategies, and apply them in real-life situations. Through interactive activities, planning tools, and consistent accommodations, students will build confidence and independence to request support effectively.

Tier 1
9/2
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Jazmeen Rivera

Social Worker

Your Planning Power-Up!

This lesson helps 5th and 6th graders understand the importance of organization and planning in school and daily life. Students will learn practical strategies to manage their time and tasks effectively over 1 session lasting 1 hour.

Tier 1
9/19
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Your Planning Power-Up!

This 1-hour lesson empowers IGCSE students with essential organization and planning skills, crucial for academic success and everyday life. Students will learn practical strategies to manage their time, tasks, and study effectively. Designed for a whole classroom (Tier 1) setting.

Tier 1
9/25
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Building Organization and Coping Skills

This 6-week program is designed for 8th grade students to develop skills in organization, task initiation, and coping with learning anxiety. Each session is 10 minutes long and includes a variety of activities to engage students and reinforce learning.

Tier 1
3/11
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Ashley Stone

Social Worker

My Daily Mission

This individualized resource helps a student set and monitor daily behavioral goals, promoting self-regulation and a sense of accomplishment. It's crucial for providing structured support and tangible progress tracking for a 4th-grade student. Audience: 4th Grade Student. Duration: 15 minutes.

Tier 3
9/29

Milliman

Special Education Teacher

Your Planning Superpowers

This lesson empowers 5th and 6th-grade students with essential organization and planning skills. Students will learn practical strategies to manage their time, tasks, and materials effectively, leading to reduced stress and improved academic performance. This 1-hour session includes interactive activities, a reading, a game, and various assessment tools.

Tier 1
9/19
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ConceptX

General Education Teacher

Your Organized Life

This 25-minute lesson for 9th graders introduces foundational organization skills to help students manage their academic and personal lives more effectively. This is crucial for reducing stress and improving academic performance. Designed for a single session.

Tier 1
9/19

Linda Richards

Counselor

Can You Beat the Clock?

A dynamic lesson plan guiding teachers to help special education students practice breaking down tasks into timed segments. This fosters stronger planning skills by turning prioritizing into a fun, engaging challenge for 4th–5th graders in a 45-minute Tier 1 classroom session.

Tier 1
6/9
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Megan Sheanshang

Special Education Teacher

Executive Functioning Solutions

In this lesson, students will explore executive functioning deficits and their solutions. They will watch a video to understand the concept and then engage in a group activity to identify common challenges and brainstorm practical solutions. This lesson is important as it equips students with strategies to improve their executive functioning skills, which are crucial for academic and personal success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Danette Anich

Special Education Teacher

My Daily Map

In this Tier 3, one-on-one lesson, a first-grade student will co-create a personalized visual daily planner using drawings and stickers to anticipate transitions and build self-management skills. Over a single 20-minute session, the teacher will guide the student in mapping out their day, reinforcing organization and planning abilities from the CASEL Self-Management domain.

Tier 3
6/16
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hannah carlson

Counselor

Organize Your Way to Success

This lesson focuses on teaching a middle school student with ADHD effective strategies for improving organization. By using active and experiential learning techniques, the student will engage in activities that demonstrate the importance of organization and practice these strategies in a hands-on manner. This lesson is crucial as it equips the student with practical skills to manage their tasks and responsibilities more effectively, which can lead to improved academic performance and reduced stress.

Tier 3
2/25
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MICHAEL NATHAN

Instructor

Proactive Planner: Academic Momentum

This lesson empowers 9th-12th graders with proactive planning and goal-setting skills. Students will learn effective time management, prioritization, and task breakdown techniques to manage academic stress and achieve their goals. It's a single session, 50-minute lesson.

Tier 1
9/29
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Erin Cloutier

Special Education Teacher