Executive Functioning Essentials

Ultimate Study Support Bundle for Middle and High School StudentsHelp your students feel confident and prepared with this test prep study skills toolkit for middle and high school. Perfect for exam review, finals prep, and building independent study strategies, this resource gives students structured, easy-to-use supports. This resource provides PDF copies AND a Canva link to an editable template of study guides, strategies, and time management plans to prepare for tests, quizzes, and finals.

Teach students how to plan smarter—not harder—with this Backward Mapping lesson and activity. This resource helps middle school students break down assignments, projects, and test preparation into clear, manageable steps while building essential executive functioning and study skills. Perfect for students who feel overwhelmed or don’t know where to start, this activity guides them step-by-step through planning backwards from a goal to create a realistic, actionable plan. Perfect For:Middle schoo

Refine your assignment design skills with our guide tailored for educators honing their expertise in task analysis and chunking techniques. Developed by experienced professionals, this resource equips teachers with practical tools to create assignments that foster deep comprehension and efficient learning. Learn to dissect complex objectives into manageable steps and master proven chunking strategies to enhance student retention and understanding. Access real-world examples and customizable tem

Cornell notes is a note-taking strategy to support organizing notes, formulating questions, and summarizing information. This resource can be used in any subject to help with note-taking and studying. It comes in four different versions: blank, lined, graph, and dotted.

I use this template for study hall and in academic skills. This supports students who have missing assignments piling up or students who need a "one-sheet wonder" to stay on top of assignments Start by writing in classes that have upcoming or missing assignments in. Then, write in 1-3 assignments with due dates (when they were due or are due). Prioritize top “must dos” by writing numbers 1-3. Examples of priority assignments are ones that are worth more points or activities that build on one an

This can be implemented at the start of the new year when students return from their holiday break. The students will be able to set, track, and accomplish goals.

This handout is intended to provide support for student efforts at home and can be provided to students and families at the beginning of the year and prior to midterms or exams.