In our schools, we use the Second Step Curriculum to directly teach social and academic skills to all the students, grades K-6. The things children learn about are:

·      How to be a learner

·      How to get along with others

·      How to handle thoughts and feelings

·      How to solve problems

I come into each classroom once a week and teach Second Step during Guidance Class. My lessons are active, fun and engaging. They include stories, and songs, role plays and skills practice. I send home “homelinks” for more learning. Teachers also follow through with these concepts throughout the week with their class. Topics are things like: Taking Responsibility, Showing You Care, Be Assertive, and Anxiety Management, etc.. Each year, the students build on these topics and deepen their learning in these areas.