Shalimar Lewis

A fun, interactive 30-minute Tier 2 welcome-back session for 6th graders to build connections, ease transitions, and foster belonging in their new middle school environment.

In this 30-minute 6th-grade lesson, students will explore peer pressure, learn strategies for making independent choices, and practice role-playing real-life scenarios. Understanding peer influence empowers students to stand up for themselves and support their peers.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 classroom lesson, 8th graders explore bullying's impact—especially in Black communities—and learn strategies to stand up and support each other. By examining real stories, engaging with videos, and practicing bystander intervention, students will build empathy, confidence, and inclusive skills.