Grade Level: Middle School

A Chance for a New Life

A Chance for a New Life
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Social Awareness Social Awareness Family Resources on A Chance for a New LifeProject and Purpose Students will explore the value of learning to make safe and socially positive choices. The main character in the video turned his back on a criminal lifestyle and channeled himself in positive ways. Video [...]

Becoming College and Career Ready

Becoming College and Career Ready
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Responsible Decision-Making Responsible Decision-Making Family Resources on Becoming College and Career ReadyProject and Purpose It is okay to be shy, but sometimes shyness can interfere with quality relationships, students will answer questions about how to become more social. Video Overview: Glen Curtis was smart but very shy, and he [...]

Pressure to Succeed

Pressure to Succeed
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Responsible Decision-Making Responsible Decision-Making Family Resources on Pressure to SucceedProject and Purpose Many students are experiencing anxiety around succeeding now and in the future. In this lesson students will look at issues that may create pressure and anxiety and consider supports that may help. Video Overview: “I think there [...]

Exceeding Expectations

Exceeding Expectations
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Responsible Decision-Making Responsible Decision-Making Family Resources on Exceeding ExpectationsProject and Purpose Higher expectations lead to success, students will answer questions about the value of expectations. Video Overview: Some kids have families who expect them to do well in school, while other kids live with families who don’t expect much [...]

What’s a Responsible College Visit

What’s a Responsible College Visit
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Responsible Decision-Making Responsible Decision-Making Family Resources on What's a Responsible College VisitProject and Purpose College visits can be a useful tool if used correctly, students will answer questions to learn about how to go about responsibly making a college visit. Video Overview: High school seniors around the country are [...]

Early Exposure to a Career

Early Exposure to a Career
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Responsible Decision-Making Responsible Decision-Making Family Resources on Early Exposure to a CareerProject and Purpose Students will answer questions about the importance of volunteering and how volunteer experiences can teach about potential career choices. Video Overview: Volunteerism has become a graduation requirement for high school students in hundreds of school [...]

Finding a Mentor

Finding a Mentor
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Responsible Decision-Making Responsible Decision-Making Family Resources on Finding a MentorProject and Purpose Students will answer questions to discuss and understand the value of mentorship. Video Overview: Ten-year-old Tyrone used to be shy and rarely played with other kids his age. “And I didn’t like to smile because of my [...]

Freedom

Freedom
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Self-Awareness Self-Awareness FreedomProject and Purpose Students will learn about decision making skills. Essential Questions What do I need to consider as I make grow and make more decisions on my own? Lesson PlanOpen / Download Complete PDF LessonsDiscussion Questions: After watching the video... Discuss in pairs, in small groups, [...]

Courage

Courage
Learning Libraries » Middle School » Self-Awareness Self-Awareness CourageProject and Purpose Students will discuss someone maintains their courage when faced with adversity. Essential Questions What assets does someone draw on to deal with difficult life situations? Lesson PlanOpen / Download Complete PDF Lessons Discussion Questions: After watching the video... Discuss in pairs, in small groups, [...]