IEP & 504 Meetings

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

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.

In this 90-minute session, teachers will explore effective strategies for collaborating with parents and fostering strong home-school partnerships. Through interactive discussions, practical activities, and role-play, participants will build confidence in communication and teamwork skills vital for student success.

In this 90-minute whole-class workshop, elementary school parents will learn collaborative parenting strategies, family engagement techniques, and goal-setting practices to support their children’s success. This workshop helps families build strengths, set shared goals, and reflect on their roles, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.

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.

In this 30-minute launch session, K–5 teachers will introduce a Family Engagement Toolkit designed to support parents in fostering student success at home. This lesson empowers families with practical strategies, strengthens home–school partnerships, and sets the stage for year-long collaboration.

In this Tier 2 small-group project, elementary school parents and teachers learn to collaboratively design outreach materials and strategies to recruit diverse School Governance Council members. Over three 35‐minute sessions, participants build skills in family engagement, co-creation, and decision-making to strengthen school governance.

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.

An individualized plan for families needing intensive social service navigation, providing tailored contacts, schedules, and follow-up plans to empower 9th grade families. This Tier 3 lesson supports one-on-one engagement over a 30-minute session, guiding families through community resources and service navigation.

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.

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.

A focused 15-minute, one-on-one coaching session designed to help educators connect with difficult or disengaged parents. In this Tier 3 individual support lesson, teachers will learn quick rapport-building techniques, communication strategies, and reflective practices. Perfect for adult educators seeking practical skills to open lines of communication with challenging parents.

In this short, fun-filled session, 4th graders learn to blend academic accountability with social-emotional skills by setting group goals, reflecting on personal strengths, and supporting one another. This lesson builds students’ ownership of their learning while boosting teamwork, self-awareness, and empathy.

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

In this 30-minute lesson, 7th graders will learn how to effectively participate and lead a morning meeting, fostering community, communication, and social-emotional skills. This Tier 1 classroom lesson sets the tone for positive daily collaboration and helps students build empathy, active listening, and shared responsibility.

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

A 90-minute workshop for parents on strategies to support and manage active children, fostering positive behavior and engagement. This session equips parents with practical tools, routines, and communication techniques for everyday success.

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.

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.

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.

This lesson aims to help first-grade students understand and manage relationships with both parents, especially in situations where parents may not live together. Through inquiry-based learning, students will explore the concept of family dynamics and learn strategies to communicate effectively with both parents. This lesson is important as it fosters emotional intelligence and helps children navigate complex family situations with confidence and empathy.

This 4-session lesson plan is designed for K-5th graders at the YMCA, focusing on achievement, belonging, and relationships. Through engaging activities, games, and projects, students will learn the importance of teamwork and collaboration. Each 45-minute session will help students develop social skills and a sense of community, essential for their personal growth and success.

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.

This 5-session group lesson is designed to help a student manage school-related anxiety and develop strategies for engaging in school with confidence. The lesson also aims to educate caregivers on the importance of creating structure and setting boundaries to support the student's progress. Each session is 30 minutes long and includes a lesson plan, script, discussion, and activity to ensure comprehensive support for both the student and caregivers.

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.

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.

A concise toolkit helping teachers launch a weekly newsletter and digital portal to keep families informed about learning goals and student progress. This lesson supports 1st Grade educators in building strong family engagement through clear communication channels in a 30-minute weekly session. Audience: 1st Grade Class, Tier 1 Classroom-wide support.

A one-on-one coaching guide that helps a 9th grade student co-create behavior goals and self-monitoring strategies, fostering ownership and sustainable progress through personalized supports.

A 90-minute Tier 2 group support session for parents aimed at understanding and improving sibling dynamics. This interactive workshop equips parents with strategies to foster cooperation, manage conflicts, and strengthen sibling relationships at home.

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.

In this final session on family dynamics and divorce, middle school small groups will reflect on coping strategies, reinforce communication skills, and celebrate growth. This lesson is important to help students consolidate learning, foster resilience, and strengthen peer support in navigating family changes.

A 50-minute individualized coaching session for 8th grade students to help families identify strengths and develop coping strategies. This Tier 3 lesson provides targeted support for students facing personal or academic challenges, guiding them through self-reflection and action planning.

A reflective journaling session series designed for 3rd grade parent groups after family council meetings. This 30-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson helps parents capture learnings, share feedback, and generate ideas for continuous improvement in school governance. Materials include a detailed lesson plan, a slide deck for guiding prompts, and a take-home reflection journal.

In this one-session, 30-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson, students will co-create a personalized behavior contract clarifying expectations, goals, and motivating rewards. This targeted support helps 9th graders take ownership of positive choices and track progress toward their goals.

In this 5-session series, 3rd graders will learn and practice a structured morning meeting routine using Responsive Classroom techniques to build community and set a positive tone for the day. Each 15-minute session includes guided instruction, interactive activities, discussions, and worksheets to reinforce greetings, sharing, group activities, and smooth transitions.

This workshop aims to cultivate leadership skills in students from grades 9-12 by engaging them in collaborative teamwork, reflective practices, and skill-building activities that highlight strength-based approaches to leading others with empathy and vision.

A concise toolkit helping teachers launch a weekly newsletter and digital portal to keep families informed about learning goals and student progress. This Tier 1 lesson equips 1st grade teachers with practical strategies and templates for fostering family engagement through a weekly 30-minute session.

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.

This 5-session lesson series is designed to help students who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-regulation, poor impulse control, and/or complex family history to develop responsible decision-making skills. Each 30-minute session will include interactive activities, discussions, and readings to empower students to make thoughtful and informed choices in their daily lives.

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

This series of 5 individual lessons is designed for a 6th-grade student with ADHD and a history of conduct issues. The goal is to reduce conduct incidents while building emotional regulation, accountability, and positive peer interactions. Each 20-minute session will focus on specific strategies and skills, incorporating engaging activities and discussions to foster personal growth and understanding.

In this one-session, 30-minute social work consult, teachers and the social worker will collaborate to develop classroom accommodations and supports for a disengaged 6th-grade student who sometimes destroys his learning materials. This plan will equip educators with practical strategies to boost engagement, reduce disruptive behaviors, and create a supportive math environment.

In this 90-minute, one-session workshop, parents will learn to develop effective home-school behavior plans that foster consistency, communication, and positive outcomes for their children. This lesson equips parents with practical strategies, templates, and collaborative activities to create clear expectations and reinforce classroom learning at home. Audience: Parents; Tier 1; Duration: 90 minutes.

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.

In this lesson, students will engage in activities designed to build teamwork and trust. Through group challenges, they will learn the importance of collaboration and effective communication. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills that are essential for success in both academic and personal settings.

This lesson is designed for a group of high-level executives to enhance their teamwork skills over two 30-minute sessions. By focusing on collaboration and communication, this lesson aims to foster a more cohesive and effective team dynamic, crucial for achieving organizational goals.

This lesson focuses on strengthening the parent-child relationship through emotional regulation techniques, tailored for a small group of 3rd grade students. It aims to help students understand the importance of communicating emotions with parents and practicing strategies to manage emotions together. This lesson is crucial as it fosters a supportive environment at home, promoting emotional well-being and positive family interactions.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 parent workshop, participants will learn strategies to support their children in forming and maintaining healthy friendships. Parents will leave with practical tools to guide conversations about social skills and conflict resolution.

A 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 4th graders introducing morning meetings to build classroom community, share routines, and practice respectful communication. This session helps students start the day with connection, empathy, and collaboration skills essential for a positive learning environment.

This lesson engages all parents in leading weekly family gratitude circles to build stronger relationships and positive communication at home. In each 30-minute session, parents follow a structured roadmap, share prompts, participate in interactive activities, and create takeaway crafts to sustain practice.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders, students will learn what a 504 accommodation is and why it’s important, focusing on supporting a younger classmate in PE who experiences big feelings and competitiveness. This helps build empathy, understanding, and inclusive behaviors.

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.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session, parents will learn mindfulness and calming strategies to strengthen family well-being. This workshop equips caregivers with practical techniques to manage stress, enhance emotional connection, and create a calmer home environment.

In this 45-minute, whole-class lesson for 5th graders, students will explore PBIS and MTSS to cultivate a supportive school climate through collaborative discussions and goal setting. This Tier 1 session helps students understand key behavioral expectations, build empathy, and commit to positive actions, setting the tone for a respectful classroom community.

This 3-session lesson is designed for two boys with attentional issues to learn how to work effectively in a group. Over the course of three 30-minute sessions, the boys will engage in discussions, activities, and games that emphasize collaboration, communication, and empathy. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills and strategies to interact positively with peers, which can improve their classroom experience and relationships.

In this individualized Tier 3 session, a parent will build a personalized set of emotion-regulation strategies using the Emotion Toolbox Framework. This activity empowers caregivers to handle high-stress moments by selecting, tracking, and reflecting on tools that work best for them. Audience: Individual Parent; Duration: 40 minutes

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.

In this one-on-one Tier 3 behavior support session, a 4th-grade student will learn about Behavior Bingo—a goal-oriented game that boosts motivation and visually tracks positive actions. In a focused 25-minute session, the student will explore game mechanics, customize their bingo card, review rules and rewards, and reflect on progress to foster self-monitoring and goal attainment.

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.

In this 90-minute professional development session, teachers will explore the foundations of accountability in the classroom, learn strategies to model and cultivate accountability among students, and develop action plans tailored to their instructional contexts. This session empowers educators to create clear expectations, track progress, and foster a culture of responsibility.

In this lesson, students will work in groups to set and achieve a common goal, learning essential teamwork and collaboration skills. This lesson emphasizes the importance of shared objectives and collective effort, helping students understand how to work effectively with others to achieve a common purpose.

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

Individual reflection and support session helping an 8th grade student understand their emotions as valuable signals rather than problems, building self-awareness and emotional intelligence. This Tier 3 session is designed to be completed in one 20-minute one-on-one meeting.

In this 90-minute session, parents will learn about the school’s behavior expectations, why they matter, and how to reinforce them at home. Understanding these guidelines promotes consistent student success and strengthens school–home partnerships. Audience: Parents; MTSS Tier: 1; Sessions: 1; Duration: 90 minutes.

In this 20-minute, one-on-one conference session, teachers and a 9th grade student engage in a restorative circle to address behavior, build trust, and co-create positive action plans. This Tier 3 individualized guide transforms standard conferences into empathetic dialogues, fostering reflection, accountability, and improved school climate.

In this 35-minute Tier 2 small-group workshop, 6th graders will practice active listening and constructive self-expression to strengthen communication with family members. By learning to tune into others and share feelings respectfully, students build empathy and confidence, fostering more supportive home relationships.

Social-emotional learning unit for 4th grade small groups focused on relationship skills. Over 4 sessions of 60 minutes, students practice communication, trust, and shared responsibility through collaborative challenges affecting real-life teamwork.

This 15-minute morning meeting lesson for 3rd graders establishes firm routines and procedures for the start of the day. It helps students feel secure, energized, and ready to learn by practicing greetings, agenda overview, and shared expectations. Tier 1 classroom-wide support.