Sierra Phelps

This lesson aims to create a safe space for 6th grade students to explore the concept of perfectionism. Through a guided discussion and a creative storytelling activity, students will learn to identify what perfectionism is and reflect on their own experiences with it. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize the pressures of perfectionism and encourages open communication about their feelings, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

This lesson involves students in the planning and execution of a career fair, focusing on careers of interest to middle schoolers. Students will learn organizational skills, teamwork, and gain insights into various career paths. This lesson is important as it helps students explore future career options and develop essential planning and collaboration skills.

In this brief but impactful lesson, students will explore the importance of punctuality and the repercussions of frequent tardies. Through a guided discussion and reflective exit ticket, students will gain insights into their own punctuality habits and create a personal action plan to improve.

This lesson will help an 8th-grade student develop the confidence to advocate for a change in after-school responsibilities to his older brother. This is critical as the student has recently experienced a lot of loss and needs support in communicating his needs effectively. Through Trauma-Informed Teaching, Inquiry-Based Learning, and Restorative Practices, the student will engage in a role-playing activity to practice self-advocacy skills.

This lesson aims to explore the connection between vaping and mental health. Students will learn about the impact of vaping on anxiety, depression, and overall well-being. Engaging discussions and interactive activities will help students understand the potential mental health consequences of vaping and develop strategies to resist peer pressure.

In this quick session, the student will create a plan to improve their punctuality for their 4th-hour class. The student, who has trouble managing transitions between classes located in different hallways, will identify obstacles and actionable steps to overcome them. This lesson is essential to foster responsibility and time management skills.

This lesson provides a quick pre and post assessment on students' time management and study skills. Students will complete the assessment worksheet to gauge their current abilities and areas for improvement. This quick assessment is essential for identifying areas where students can develop better study habits and manage their time more effectively.

In this lesson, students will learn and practice effective study skills and time management to balance their extracurriculars and coursework. The lesson includes a video, a worksheet, and an engaging activity, incorporating experiential learning, game-based learning, active learning, trauma-informed teaching, and restorative practices. Improving these skills will help students reduce stress, enhance academic performance, and achieve a better school-life balance.

This lesson helps 6th graders cope with anxiety related to academic transitions in middle school. By understanding and openly discussing these feelings, students will feel more prepared and less anxious about the changes they are experiencing.

This lesson aims to assist middle school students in understanding and processing grief, specifically the grief related to the loss of a guardian. Using trauma-informed teaching strategies and experiential learning, students will learn how to recognize and handle their emotions in a supportive environment. Through discussion, an activity, and a video, students will be encouraged to acknowledge their feelings and learn coping mechanisms. This lesson is essential as it provides a safe space for students to explore a difficult and often isolating experience, fostering emotional resilience and community support.

This lesson helps students explore the natural cycle of friendships, from formation to dissolution, and understand that it's a normal part of life. Students will engage in reflection activities to share their own experiences and learn coping strategies with any loss. This is essential in building emotional resilience and social understanding.