Executive Functioning Finesse

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SUPPORT AREA(S):OrganizationTask initiationSelf-regulationGoal-setting transparency and collaboration can allow for a more intentional, individualized approach to tracking academic growth. Additionally, it supports a slew of executive functioning skills, as it previews and establishes explicit goals that a student/family can take initiative on! This can be used at the beginning of the school year, or be modified to be used as an end-of-year reflection tool.

Interest surveys are great tools for individualizing materials and resources for student engagement!

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SUPPORT AREA(S):Working memoryAttentionTask initiationOrganizationNeed a mini-lesson to fill up TIME? Well, look no further. This Google Slides presentation explicitly introduces telling time in both an analog and digital format. It also features engagement reinforcement throughout to support student attention. This can used at any point during the school year and is a great way to fit in a quick refresher for students.

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SUPPORT AREA(S):OrganizationPlanningPrioritizationTask InitiationVisualizationEngagement = Better self-regulationThis combo graphic organizer and writing sheet serves as a valuable tool for idea generation and speech drafting, through an engaging topic- a favorite game! By visually organizing key reasons and supporting examples, students will be able to facilitate a more coherent and structured speech.

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SUPPORT AREA(S):OrganizationPlanningPrioritizationTask InitiationThis graphic organizer aids in systematically organizing and analyzing the pros and cons of nonfiction and/or persuasive writing topics, facilitating clearer understanding and structured argumentation.