Shaneira DaSilva

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.

This single 30-minute Tier 1 lesson introduces 9th graders to the history of PRIDE, tracing its origins, milestones, and cultural impact. Understanding PRIDE’s past empowers students to appreciate diversity, advocate inclusivity, and connect historical events to today’s social movements.

This lesson aims to educate 9th-grade students about mental health awareness in a concise and impactful 5-minute slide presentation. It's crucial for students to understand the importance of mental health, recognize signs of mental distress, and know how to seek help, fostering a supportive and informed school environment.

Unpack common misconceptions about boundaries and learn the truth behind them. This lesson dispels myths and provides a clear understanding of healthy boundary setting. Designed for a 10th-grade class, this 50-minute session will empower students with the knowledge to set and respect personal boundaries, an essential life skill.

A personalized lesson aimed at empowering students to confidently say 'No' in difficult situations. This lesson focuses on building assertiveness and self-esteem for 10th-grade students. It's designed to help students develop the crucial life skill of setting boundaries, enhancing their ability to navigate social and personal challenges.

A hands-on group activity where students collaborate to create a 'Boundary Builders' toolkit, equipping them with creative strategies for setting and maintaining boundaries. This lesson is important as it empowers students to understand the importance of personal boundaries, fostering healthier relationships and self-awareness. Designed for a 10th-grade group, this session will last 45 minutes and is classified as Tier 2: Group support.

Discuss the role of boundaries in fostering healthy relationships, from friendships to family dynamics. This lesson highlights communication techniques to express boundaries effectively. This lesson is designed for a 10th grade class and will take approximately 50 minutes.

Explore the significance of setting personal boundaries and how they impact mental health and relationships. This lesson helps students recognize the need for boundaries in various aspects of life, promoting emotional well-being and respectful interactions. Designed for a 10th-grade class, this 45-minute session will engage students in understanding and applying the concept of boundaries in their daily lives.

This lesson introduces 1st-grade students to anger management and emotional regulation through a story-based video, a worksheet, and a guided discussion. The lesson aims to help students understand their emotions and learn strategies to manage them effectively. By engaging with relatable content and activities, students will develop essential skills for emotional regulation, which are crucial for their social and academic success.

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of the 'Anger Iceberg,' learning that anger often masks other emotions. Through storytelling and drawing, they will identify and express these hidden feelings. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop emotional awareness and communication skills, fostering a better understanding of themselves and others.

In this workshop, students will explore effective stress management techniques specifically tailored for the winter season. Through activities such as journaling, group discussions, and stress-relief exercises, students will gain practical skills to manage stress. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to handle seasonal stress, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

In this lesson, students will explore the scientific reasons behind how winter affects our mood and brain chemistry. Through experiments and data analysis, students will gain insights into seasonal affective disorder and the role of sunlight in mood regulation. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the biological and environmental factors influencing mental health, fostering awareness and empathy.

In this lesson, students will explore the impact of positive thinking on mental health, particularly during the winter months. Through interactive activities, they will practice gratitude and optimism, learning how these attitudes can improve their well-being. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to maintain mental health during challenging times, fostering resilience and a positive outlook.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social bonds among students during the winter months, a time when feelings of isolation can be more prevalent. Through engaging team-building exercises and communication skills workshops, students will learn to connect more effectively with their peers. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive classroom environment, encourages empathy, and helps students develop essential social skills.

This lesson helps students understand and combat the winter blues by building emotional resilience. Students will explore mindfulness techniques and create a personal resilience toolkit. This lesson is important as it equips students with skills to manage stress and emotions, especially during challenging times like winter, fostering overall well-being and academic success.

This session focuses on teaching students the importance of organization as an executive functioning skill. Through active and experiential learning strategies, students will engage in activities that highlight the benefits of being organized in both academic and personal settings.

This lesson examines how family dynamics and relationships can affect self-esteem. Students will discuss their own experiences and learn strategies for building a positive self-image. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize the influence of family on their self-esteem and equips them with tools to foster a positive self-image.

Students will learn about different character strengths and how they manifest in daily life. They will participate in role-playing activities to practice these strengths. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize and develop positive traits that contribute to their personal growth and social interactions.

In this lesson, students will take a strengths inventory assessment to identify their personal strengths. They will then discuss how these strengths can be applied in various life scenarios. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize their unique abilities and understand how to leverage them in different contexts.

This lesson focuses on teaching students how to communicate effectively, both verbally and non-verbally, through interactive games and exercises. Effective communication is crucial for personal and professional success, and this lesson will help students develop these essential skills.

In this lesson, students will engage in activities that promote empathy and kindness, which are essential in preventing bullying behavior. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of their actions on others and fosters a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

In this lesson, students will learn to identify the signs of bullying in themselves and others and understand the importance of reporting it. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to recognize harmful behaviors and seek help, fostering a safer and more supportive school environment.

In this lesson, students will explore various forms of bullying, including physical, verbal, and social. They will discuss ways to address each type and understand the impact of bullying on individuals and communities. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize bullying behaviors and empowers them to take action against bullying.

This lesson aims to bring awareness to suicide prevention month by educating students on how to respond when someone is considering suicide. The lesson includes a short video, a collaborative activity, and a discussion to reinforce the importance of seeking help and understanding the resources available.

Students will explore the differences between long-term and short-term goals and practice setting both types of goals. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop vital planning and time-management skills, which are essential for academic and personal success.

This lesson aims to educate 9th-grade students about Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting its significance and contributions of Hispanic and Latino cultures. By engaging in a mix of activities, reading, and discussions, students will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage celebrated during this month.

This lesson aims to educate 9th grade students about the risks and consequences of substance misuse, specifically focusing on marijuana use and vaping. Through a mix of discussion, activities, video, and reading, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the topic. This lesson is important as it addresses critical health issues that can impact students' well-being and future.

This lesson aims to educate students about the dangers of substance abuse, how to make informed choices, and where to seek help if needed. The lesson will help students develop decision-making skills and awareness about substance abuse, empowering them to make informed choices and seek help.

This lesson aims to review and teach basic hygiene skills for students who engage in self-harming behaviors or have experienced trauma. Over the course of five weeks, students will learn the importance of personal hygiene for physical and mental well-being through trauma-informed, experiential, and active learning strategies.

This lesson aims to help students get to know their group members and identify collective group goals through interactive and restorative activities. It is crucial as it fosters teamwork and collaboration, and ensures every student feels included and heard.