K-2 School Counseling Curriculum
Boys Town Educational Model
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
Character Strong
Safe and Caring Schools
8 Keys of Excellence
Topics and Skills taught during Swede Sessions (classroom lessons) grades K-2.
August/September: My Safe and Caring School
Expectations
Rules
Safety
Following Directions for Safety
Respectful Listening - Whole Body Listening
Positive Behavior
Tattling vs Reporting
October: Discover and Identifying Feelings
Identifying Feelings - Feeling Words
I-Message (assertive skills and problem-solving)
Having Empathy/Understanding/Perspective
Bullying Information and Prevention
Bulling vs Fighting/Conflict/Disagreement
Teasing to hurt vs Joking with friends
Healthy Choices – Drug and Alcohol Prevention
November: My Support System
Being a Friend and Positive Relationships
Giving and Receiving Compliments
Appreciation to others in our Support System.
Taking Ownership and Making an Apology
Using Good Manners
December: Respecting Yourself and Others
Having Commitment (to high expectations)
Being Flexible (when someone else gives directions or makes decisions)
Random Acts of Kindness
Giving and Helping Others
January: Goal Setting – Personal Improvement
Expectations (Rules and Procedures) Review
Bully Prevention Review
Healthy Habits & Wellness
Calming, Coping, and Relaxation Strategies
February: Kindness is Contagious
Giving and Receiving Compliments
Looking for the Good in Others
March: Conflict Resolution
Problem-Solving
Ownership
Self-Control
April: The Power To Choose
Making and Keeping Friends
Handling Peer Pressure & Personal Choices
Being a Positive Leader
Bucket Fillers (noticing the good in others and giving compliments)
Bucket Dippers (handling yourself when your feelings are hurt)
May: Career
Identifying Strengths and Interests
Personal Skills for Careers
Career Options and Interests