Grade 7

Grade 8

Health I

Health II

This year, the counseling staff piloted the Changing Perspectives curriculum in Grades 7 through 10. Changing Perspectives is a research-based program designed to promote empathy, inclusion, and social awareness among students. It aligns with the CASEL Core Competencies for Social and Emotional Learning: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

Through interactive lessons, discussions, and reflection activities, the curriculum encourages students to explore diverse perspectives, challenge stereotypes, and build inclusive communities. Each lesson is developmentally appropriate and tailored to foster critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and a deeper understanding of the experiences of others.

Sample Middle School Lesson Topics: 

Active Listening Interviews

Circles of Control

Conflict Resolution Tiles

Zones of Comfort

Empathy Toolkit

Peer Pressure Pivot

Sample High School Lesson Topics: 

Recognizing Other's Strengths

Decoding Non-Verbal Cues

Cost Benefit Analysis

Avoiding Toxic Relationships

Ethical Decision Making/Thinking Beyond Yourself 

Translate Gender - Anti Bias training

Restorative Practices with Fabio Ayala

The Brave Schools Project - violence prevention in schools 

Executive Functioning Skill Development

BYRT Initiative - supporting the academic and emotional needs of students

Managing and Understanding Student Anxiety - with Lynn Lyons

Enough Abuse 

Why Character Matters

Quabbin Mediation- Middle School Small Group Workshops