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A four-session exploration of adolescent brain development for 11th graders, covering neurobiology, decision-making, emotions, and mental health. This unit helps students understand their own brains, improve self-awareness, and apply growth strategies. Includes hands-on activities, guided discussions, and a culminating project.

In this three-session high school class, students explore how adolescent brain development influences decision-making. By understanding brain structures, impulse control, and real-life scenarios, students will become more aware decision-makers. Audience: 10th grade, 3 sessions, 35 minutes each.

In this three-session 10th-grade unit, students will explore adolescent brain development, uncovering how their brains grow, adapt, and influence behavior. By discussing real-life scenarios, engaging in hands-on activities, and completing reflective worksheets, learners will better understand themselves and their peers—empowering healthier choices and stronger academic focus.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 9th graders will explore the powerful changes happening in their developing brains. Discover why teenagers think, feel, and react the way they do and learn strategies for harnessing these changes for better focus and decision-making.

A focused small-group toolkit for 8th graders to practice early alerts, check-ins, and referral protocols—boosting collective vigilance in a 40-minute session. This Tier 2 intervention helps students identify risk signs, collaborate on alert strategies, and reinforce supportive communication skills.

In this 45-minute small-group session, 10th graders will use solution-focused brief therapy techniques to map concrete steps toward their personal goals using the miracle question—boosting clarity and motivation. This Tier 2 group counseling lesson guides students in defining their goals, visualizing success, and creating action plans to foster self-efficacy and progress.

In this 45-minute individualized counseling session, the 9th grade student will explore mindfulness-based techniques to manage stress and build self-awareness through guided practice. This session fosters coping skills and emotional regulation, helping the student find calm in daily life.