Classroom Guidance Curriculum
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Classroom guidance lessons focus on learning basic life skills including, but not limited to, topics related to bullying/harassment/respect, basic social skills, friendship skills, problem solving skills, conflict resolution skills, positive thinking/persevering/self-esteem, appreciating differences and diversity, and decision making.
Sixth Grade
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- Transition to GVMS
- Introduction to the role of the guidance counselor
- Organization and time management
- Orientation to STAR program
- When and how to access helpful resources
- Respectful treatment of others
- Heritage Fest - Celebrating diversity
Seventh Grade
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- STAR program refresher
- When and how to access helpful resources
- Developing problem solving skills
- Goal setting - Identifying and planning short and long term goals
Eighth Grade
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- STAR program presentation
- Review of school policies
- Career and higher education exploration through Pheaa
- Education Planner: Helpful website for career and college planning
- High school course selection
- High school transition discussions and activities