Data Team Practices

In this 60-minute Tier 1 PD session for K-12 staff, participants will explore how data-driven decision-making can enhance PBIS and MTSS frameworks to foster a positive school environment. This collaborative session helps staff use data effectively to improve student outcomes and school climate.

In this 45-minute activity, middle school students will observe and map positive and negative climate hotspots in campus hallways to support PBIS & MTSS's whole-school climate improvement. Through hands-on observation and data logging, students will identify patterns and brainstorm solutions to foster a more positive school environment.

This lesson equips 7th grade Tier 2 groups with strategies to analyze progress-monitoring data, interpret growth patterns, and apply those insights to tailor instruction for diverse learners. Over a single 35-minute session, students will engage with a slide deck, participate in a data interpretation discussion, and work with a practical rubric to guide instructional planning.

In this Tier 2 small-group lesson, 10th graders will analyze school climate survey data on belonging to identify patterns and develop action steps. Over a 40-minute session, students will interpret connection data, discuss root causes, and design a plan to strengthen belonging in their community.

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.

In this dynamic workshop, 11th-grade students collaborate in small groups to design a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Scorecard, identifying key metrics and fidelity checks for Tier 2 implementation. This hands-on session helps students understand how data-driven tools can improve school climate and supports their roles as active contributors to school behavior systems. Duration: 1 session, 30 minutes, Tier 2 small-group.

A small-group workshop for intervention teams (Grades 3-5) focusing on Tier 2 PBIS strategies. Participants will learn to analyze behavioral data, design targeted interventions, and implement fidelity checks. This professional learning equips teams with tools to support students needing extra behavioral guidance in 45-minute sessions.

Students engage in group problem-solving activities, learning to communicate effectively and work cooperatively to reach a solution, essential for social cohesion. This lesson is designed for a 3rd grade group and focuses on developing social awareness and teamwork skills through interactive challenges. The session is 45 minutes long and is classified as Tier 2: Group support to help students enhance their collaborative abilities.

This lesson plan is designed to help elementary school teachers facilitate a session on social-emotional learning (SEL) and multitiered systems of support (MTSS) using game-based learning, trauma-informed teaching, and collaborative learning strategies. The lesson will engage students in activities that promote empathy, teamwork, and emotional regulation, while also providing teachers with tools to support diverse learners. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills and helps create a supportive classroom environment.

This lesson focuses on helping students manage their responses to social and environmental triggers through cognitive exposure and practice. By using trauma-informed teaching, active learning, and project-based learning strategies, students will engage in activities that promote self-regulation and safe behavior responses. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, enabling students to navigate challenging situations effectively.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' executive functioning skills by engaging them in problem-solving activities. Students will watch a video, participate in a discussion, and complete a worksheet to evaluate different solutions to a given problem. Additionally, students will work on a mini-project to apply these skills to a real-world problem. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical thinking and decision-making skills, which are essential for academic success and everyday life.

In this 15-minute small-group Tier 2 session, 7th graders will learn to identify emotional triggers and coping strategies using interactive mood charts. This targeted behavioral support helps students build self-awareness and resilience through daily check-ins.

This lesson introduces 3rd graders to the concept of 'problem size', helping them differentiate between small, medium, and large problems. By understanding problem size, students can better manage their reactions and responses to various situations. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential social-emotional skills, fostering resilience and emotional regulation.

This lesson aims to help middle school students understand and navigate academic settings effectively. By engaging in project-based and inquiry-based learning activities, students will explore the dynamics of academic environments, including emotional intelligence and study skills. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with the skills needed to succeed academically and socially, fostering a supportive and productive learning atmosphere.

A Tier 3, one-on-one, 30-minute session for 6th graders to explore personal experiences with bullying, build emotional awareness, and develop strategies for self-advocacy and coping. This lesson is vital to support individual students struggling with bullying by creating a safe space for reflection and action planning.

This series of lessons aims to educate 4th-grade students on bully prevention and conflict resolution by fostering a safe and supportive classroom environment. Through restorative practices, trauma-informed teaching, and project-based learning, students will learn to identify bullying behaviors, develop strategies to prevent them, and resolve conflicts peacefully. These lessons are crucial in promoting empathy, respect, and understanding among students, helping them to create a positive school culture.

This series of lessons is designed to teach self-regulation skills to 4th graders, particularly those with ADHD. Through a sequence of engaging and interactive activities, students will learn to recognize emotions, improve focus, manage impulsivity, and apply self-regulation strategies in daily life. This series is important as it provides a comprehensive approach to developing essential skills that enhance learning and personal growth.

Explore how positive behavior supports ignite school-wide achievement and a thriving climate—essential for creating a proactive and joyful classroom. This Tier 1 PBIS & MTSS lesson empowers 5th graders over a 45-minute session to understand reinforcement alignment and contribute to a positive school culture.

This lesson explores identity-based bullying, helping students understand its impact on individuals and communities. Through discussions and activities, students will learn to identify and combat bullying based on race, gender, sexuality, and other identity factors. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy and awareness, equipping students with the skills to create a more inclusive and respectful environment.

In this lesson, students will explore problem-solving strategies to tackle everyday challenges. Through group activities, they'll practice identifying problems, brainstorming solutions, and evaluating outcomes to improve their coping skills. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills that enhance their ability to handle real-world situations effectively.

Through this lesson, students engage in cooperative problem-solving activities that build teamwork and communication skills. Collaboration skills are essential for academic and life success. Audience: Grades 4-6; 1 session, 60 minutes.

An individualized toolkit to support 9th grade students in Tier 3 of the MTSS framework, focusing on personalized behavior skill-building using PBIS and fidelity data. This one-on-one, 30-minute session plan equips students with reflection tools, goal-setting exercises, and progress tracking to foster positive behavior and self-awareness.

This lesson focuses on understanding and addressing bullying through a trauma-informed approach, using video-based learning and interactive activities. It includes a video, a role-playing activity, and a discussion to reinforce the concepts of self-esteem, support networks, and seeking help. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of bullying and equips them with strategies to handle such situations effectively.

This 45-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson helps 6th graders develop responsible decision-making skills by exploring nuanced scenarios and debating gray-area choices. Through guided activities and discussions, students learn to avoid extreme thinking and make balanced judgments.

This lesson focuses on helping 4th graders understand and regulate their emotions through engaging activities and discussions. By using Game-Based and Experiential Learning strategies, students will explore different emotions and learn practical techniques to manage them effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence, which is essential for personal growth and social interactions.

This lesson aims to help 3rd-grade students understand their emotions and how to implement strategies to manage them effectively. By using a combination of video, discussion, and hands-on activities, students will learn to identify emotions and apply coping strategies in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential emotional regulation skills, fostering a healthy classroom atmosphere and promoting personal well-being.

This lesson engages 5th-grade students in a Jeopardy game focused on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) expectations. The game-based learning strategy will help reinforce school-wide behavioral expectations in a fun and interactive way. This lesson is important as it encourages students to internalize positive behaviors while promoting teamwork and friendly competition.

This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.

This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.

In this lesson, students will engage in team-building activities designed to highlight the strengths of diverse teams. Through these activities, students will learn how diverse perspectives can enhance problem-solving and creativity. This lesson is important as it fosters an understanding of the value of diversity in collaborative settings, preparing students for real-world scenarios where teamwork and diverse viewpoints are crucial.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' ability to work effectively in groups, a crucial skill for school projects and beyond. By engaging in a structured discussion, watching a video, and participating in a collaborative activity, students will learn to communicate, delegate tasks, and support each other in a team setting. This lesson is important as it fosters essential social skills and prepares students for future collaborative endeavors.

A focused session on how attitudes affect our interactions and learning. This lesson helps small groups understand the impact of positive and negative attitudes in a school environment. Designed for 3rd grade students, this 30-minute session encourages students to explore and reflect on their attitudes through engaging activities and discussions.

This lesson helps students understand the concept of 'size for the problem' in social-emotional learning. By recognizing the appropriate response to different problems, students can better manage their emotions and reactions. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, especially for students with attentional and impulsivity issues.

In this Tier 2 small-group intervention, 7th-grade students will watch short video clips depicting real-life behaviors, analyze actions, and reflect on their own choices to build self-awareness and positive social skills. Over a 25-minute session, students critique, discuss, and provide peer feedback to foster behavioral growth.

A 30-minute individualized session introducing 7th graders to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, focusing on mindfulness and emotion regulation. This session helps students develop tools to manage intense emotions and improve coping strategies. Tier 3 support for students needing personalized emotional health instruction.

This lesson helps students understand how to assess the size of a problem and choose an appropriate response. By using video modeling, role-playing, and discussions, students will learn to independently recognize and respond to different problem sizes. This skill is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and effective problem-solving abilities.

In this lesson, students will learn to assess the size of a problem and determine appropriate reactions. This skill is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and problem-solving abilities, helping students manage their responses to various situations effectively.

Work individually with a student to create a personal action plan for navigating and preventing bullying situations. This personalized lesson is essential for building resilience and personal safety strategies.

In this lesson, students will engage in challenging mind puzzles and collaborative problem-solving activities to sharpen their critical thinking skills. This lesson is important as it promotes teamwork, cognitive development, and perseverance.

This lesson introduces social thinking skills to help students understand and interpret social interactions, fostering group cohesiveness. It is important as it enhances students' ability to work collaboratively and understand diverse perspectives, which are crucial skills for personal and academic success.

For grades 6-8, host a seminar working through scenarios fostering a resilient mindset. Students will gain skills in resilience through interactive modules and peer collaboration.

This lesson provides students with the opportunity to check in with their emotions and set personal goals for the school year. It includes activities that focus on self-awareness and emotional intelligence, helping students to start the school year with a positive mindset. This lesson is important as it encourages students to reflect on their emotions, understand their feelings, and set achievable goals, fostering a supportive and empathetic classroom environment.

This lesson aims to develop students' problem-solving skills through a combination of collaborative, game-based, and experiential learning activities. It's essential to equip students with these skills as they are fundamental for academic success and everyday life.

In this engaging 40-minute Tier 1 lesson, 2nd grade students will learn how behavior logs support everyone—peers, teachers, and themselves—to create a positive, inclusive classroom climate. This foundational lesson on data collection and evaluation equips students to recognize patterns, take ownership of actions, and contribute to a caring community.

This lesson introduces 2nd graders to the concepts of self-regulation and growth mindset through collaborative activities. Students will watch a video, engage in a group discussion, complete a worksheet, and reflect on their learning with an exit ticket. This lesson is designed to help students understand the importance of effort and self-control, especially beneficial for those with ADHD, by providing strategies to manage attention and impulsivity.

This lesson engages 7th-grade students in activities that develop essential job skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Through interactive exercises and discussions, students will understand the importance of these skills in the workplace and how they can be applied in real-life scenarios. This lesson is crucial for preparing students for future job environments and encouraging them to seek help when needed.

This lesson introduces 2nd graders to the concept of self-management through engaging activities and discussions. Students will explore self-management by participating in a fun game, reading a short story, and discussing their experiences. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop essential skills for managing their emotions and actions, which are crucial for their personal and academic growth.

This lesson helps 3rd graders with ASD understand and manage their emotions when working with a para. Through a game-based and collaborative approach, students will learn strategies to express their feelings and work effectively with their para. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing students' social-emotional skills.

A series of six lessons designed for 6th-8th graders to enhance social skills in a group counseling setting. Each lesson focuses on different aspects of social interaction, including communication, empathy, teamwork, conflict resolution, friendship building, and self-awareness, with a duration of 30 minutes per session.

In this lesson, students will learn how to communicate effectively within a team setting, focusing on collaboration and conflict resolution strategies. By engaging in group activities, students will practice sharing ideas and giving constructive feedback. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills that are crucial for success in both academic and real-world settings. It encourages empathy, active listening, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

A comprehensive weekly plan designed to build trust and connection among high school students and their teacher, fostering a supportive environment for discussing mental health issues. The plan includes various activities and discussions to be conducted over several weeks.

Students in a 6th grade social skills small group will learn strategies to pause and think before acting. Over one 40-minute Tier 2 session, they’ll co-create a Think-Then-Act plan, practice identifying ‘pause points’ in scenarios, reflect on impulsive triggers, and track their progress with an Impulse Log. This session builds self-regulation skills to help reduce impulsive behaviors in real-life settings.

This is a one-session, 50-minute collaborative problem-solving lesson for 5th graders focused on CASEL Relationship Skills. Students will practice communication, teamwork roles, and conflict resolution through hands-on puzzle activities and reflective discussions, helping them build stronger peer relationships and prepare for group challenges in real life.

This lesson introduces 8th graders to the basics of mental health, focusing on recognizing signs of depression, anxiety, and substance use, and providing tools to improve mental health. It's crucial for students to understand these concepts to support themselves and others, and to know when and how to seek help. The lesson is designed for one 45-minute session, making it accessible and impactful for all students.

This lesson aims to help middle school students understand the dynamics of an academic setting by exploring the concept of emotional intelligence and its impact on learning and interactions. Through a combination of video, discussion, and collaborative activities, students will gain insights into how emotions influence their academic experiences. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to navigate their emotions and interactions in a school environment, fostering a positive and productive academic atmosphere.

This lesson focuses on bullying prevention for 8th-grade students, using collaborative and game-based learning strategies. Students will engage in discussions, activities, and reflections to understand the impact of bullying and learn strategies to prevent it. This lesson is crucial in fostering a safe and supportive school environment, encouraging empathy, and empowering students to stand against bullying.

Students analyze real-life bullying scenarios and practice proactive responses to foster a safer school culture. This Tier 1 lesson for 11th grade, delivered in one 50-minute session, builds empathy, critical thinking, and empowers students to become active bystanders.

In this lesson, students will learn to categorize problems based on their size and impact. This skill is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and problem-solving abilities, helping students to respond appropriately to various situations.

In this 30-minute introductory SEL session, 10th graders will collaboratively establish group expectations, explore what makes a safe space, and practice active participation strategies. This Tier 2 lesson helps build a supportive environment that fosters trust, engagement, and emotional well-being.

Short, recurring small-group mindfulness sessions designed to reduce stress and build positive connections among staff. This Tier 2 lesson supports grade-level teams with a 20-minute format, perfect for ongoing group well-being and stress relief.

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.

This lesson helps small groups identify when and how to adjust their attitudes in challenging situations, fostering a collaborative and supportive classroom culture. Designed for 3rd-grade students, this 35-minute session encourages empathy and self-awareness, crucial for personal growth and positive interactions.

This lesson helps students prepare for the emotional impact of receiving their report cards. By using trauma-informed teaching and restorative practices, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional resilience and promoting a healthy response to academic feedback.

This lesson introduces 3rd grade students to SEL responsive circles, a tool for fostering emotional intelligence and community in the classroom. Through experiential and collaborative activities, students will learn how to express their feelings and listen to others in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, communication skills, and a sense of belonging, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

A 90-minute Tier 1 training session to equip teachers with strategies to support shy, anxious, and aggressive students in building positive peer interactions. This lesson helps teachers create an inclusive classroom climate by learning practical techniques and activities they can implement immediately.

This lesson focuses on creating a safe and supportive classroom environment for 4th and 5th graders. It emphasizes the importance of respect, kindness, and collaboration among students. By engaging in project-based learning and restorative practices, students will learn how to contribute to a positive classroom culture. This lesson is crucial for fostering a sense of belonging and safety, especially for students with a history of being bullied.

This lesson focuses on building group cohesiveness and introducing perspective-taking skills through a collaborative activity and reflective discussion. By engaging in a team-building exercise, students will learn to work together and appreciate different viewpoints, which are essential skills for social interaction and problem-solving. The lesson aims to enhance students' ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with peers.

This lesson aims to help students understand what bullying is, how it affects individuals, and ways to prevent it. Through a combination of discussion, video, and collaborative activities, students will learn to identify bullying behaviors and develop empathy and strategies to support peers. This lesson is crucial in fostering a safe and inclusive school environment, promoting respect and kindness among students.

This lesson engages students in collaborative problem-solving tasks to build effective teamwork skills. Students will learn to appreciate diverse perspectives and work cohesively towards common goals. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills, enhances communication, and fosters a sense of community and collaboration.

This lesson engages students in trust-building games to foster cooperation, listening, and trust. These activities are designed to enhance teamwork skills and create a bonded classroom community, which is essential for a supportive learning environment.

This interactive lesson helps students identify growth and fixed mindset behaviors through role-play, discussions, and a mindset quiz. By understanding these mindsets, students can learn how adopting a growth mindset can positively affect their lives, encouraging resilience and a love for learning.

This lesson introduces 4th-grade students to the CBT triangle, which connects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and its relationship with brain function. Through engaging activities, students will learn how their thoughts can influence their emotions and actions. This lesson is important as it empowers students with self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, fostering resilience and mental well-being.

This lesson aims to empower 8th-grade students to recognize and prevent bullying through active and collaborative learning. By engaging in discussions, activities, and worksheets, students will explore the impact of bullying and develop strategies to address it. This lesson is crucial in fostering a safe and supportive school environment, encouraging empathy, and promoting positive peer interactions.