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):OrganizationWorking MemoryTask InitiationAttentionThis graphic organizer with sentence starters can be utilized at any point during a persuasive writing unit. It can be an engaging morning work activity, informal assessment tool, and/or independent homework practice. An extension can include randomly assigning students to a side and allowing them to reference this for a mini-debate on this topic!

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.