After using the Social Media chapter, one partner shared, “It created some moments of healthy embarrassment or shocking revelations; students were more prone to take the conversation more seriously once they saw how it pertained to them.'”
—Atlas Preparatory High School in Colorado Springs, Colorado
“The Reflection chapter went well with students. We are a restorative school, and sometimes it can be difficult to get students to reflect in the midst of a situation. Using this chapter proactively was received well by my students. Presenting it as a lesson, not as a response to a behavior, worked well.”
—Chicago STEM Prep, Chicago, Illinois
“The chapter titled ‘Succeeding Academically’ was so helpful to use with students who are new to the building and need to understand why passing their classes is extremely crucial in high school.”
—Achievers Early College Preparatory Charter High School, Trenton, New Jersey
“The ‘Exploring Emotions’ chapter was very beneficial, allowing students to understand the reasons behind their heightened emotions and recognize how their state of mind can impact their behavior and interactions. It provided an eye-opening opportunity for students to reflect on their feelings and their effects on daily life.”
—KIPP Troy Prep High School, Troy, New York
“The ‘Exploring Emotions’ chapter resonated the most because students learned more about the impact of anger and how they can learn to redirect it in a productive way.”
—Uncommon High School, Brooklyn, NY