About the store
Welcome to Informed Decisions! I.D. provides educators with engaging, culturally competent Advisory and social-emotional learning resources to engage multicultural urban youth populations!
For over two decades I have worked with students whose ages have ranged from nursery school through high school and young adults. This includes: court and gang-involved, LGBTQ+, teen mothers, and special needs populations.
Throughout my career I've taught, counseled, ensured support and academic intervention services, supervised, designed curriculum, and developed programs. A few of these programs include; Advisory, Family Groups, Conflict Resolution, Managing Difficult Behaviors, life skills, social-emotional skills, and Rites of Passage. I've also conducted staff professional development trainings on classroom management, program development, and implementation, as well as conducted trainings on various other topics.
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Organization Skills Time Management Skills & Study Skills Activities Bundle
These activities are perfect for middle and high school students to explore and learn organizational skills, time management skills, and note taking skills. This bundle includes interactive hands-on activities with time saving step-by-step instructions, an organization survey, note taking practice, multiple tips, worksheets, and much more to keep your students organized and less stressed as they navigate their many responsibilities. This resource includes:Organizational and Study Skills Tips Han
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.1b
, W.11-12.1
+27
Reading & Following Directions Activity Worksheets High School & Middle School
This activity is a fun interactive way for middle and high school students to understand the importance of following directions by using a Following Directions worksheet and a reflection worksheet. This is perfect for the the first day of school, the first week of school, or anytime, This resource includes: Facilitation TipsEducator Guide Activity Reflection Sheet Color and black and white version>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>&
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
What’s Your Motivation? Middle & High School Activity for Exploring Motivators
This is an interactive motivation activity for middle and high school students to help them explore and identify how they are motivated and what motivates them - This includes intrinsic and external motivators. This lesson plan is great as an introduction for goal setting lesson plans and to get them re-motivated anytime during the year! This product includes: An Educators' GuideHands-on interactive activityActivity Signs Activity ReflectionKEEP IN MIND: Social-emotional activities work best in
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling
CCSS
W.6.1
, W.6.1a
, W.6.1b
+46
Time Management Activities & Time Management Skills for Middle & High School
Time management is an essential life skill that teens often struggle with. The time management activities included in this interactive resource provide the perfect opportunity for students to become more aware of how they spend their time throughout the day. Through the use of a blank daily schedule, along with an interactive worksheet, students will be able to see a visual representation of how their time is spent. This hands-on resource also includes a reflection worksheet to help students as
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
School Counseling
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
Anti Bullying Empathy Activity Bullying Prevention For High and Middle School
This engaging, hands-on resource supports teens and young adults in understanding how hurtful words can impact themselves and others. The importance of showing empathy towards others is stressed as students explore taking ownership of hurtful things they may have said in the past and identify ways they can avoid saying hurtful things in the future, that they may later regret. This resource includes: An interactive anti-bullying activityEducator's Guide (including step-by-step instructions for
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Character Education, School Counseling
CCSS
W.7.2
, W.7.2a
, W.7.2b
+88
Cyber Bullying Activity & Cyber Safety Internet Harassment Bullying Prevention
This interactive, hands-on lesson and survey provides the perfect opportunity for teens to reflect on, and evaluate, their own online behaviors so that they are able to recognize bullying conducted over the internet by themselves and others. By answering the questions on the cyber bullying survey, students will gain a better understanding of healthy and unhealthy social media use and will be able to recognize cyberbullying behaviors in themselves that may need to be reevaluated. The guided discu
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling
CCSS
W.7.1
, W.7.1a
, W.7.1b
+37
Healthy V.S. Unhealthy Dating Relationship Scenario Cards and Activities
The use of scenario cards is an excellent way for high school and middle school to learn to recognize the difference between a healthy and an unhealthy relationships in order to make informed decisions about their current and future relationships. This activity is perfect for both teens and young adults to critically think about the behaviors and characteristics in both healthy and unhealthy dating relationships. This resource includes: 50 Scenario Cards and 2 blank cards for your own scenarios
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Character Education, School Counseling
Organization Skills Activities and Study Skills for Middle and High School
Middle and high school students sometimes become overwhelmed trying to get organized. This resource provides an opportunity for students to measure their current level of organization and study habits, in order to begin creating a plan for organizing their school, home, and personal lives. Complete with tips and a reflection activity, teens will soon be on their way to becoming more efficient and less stressed about juggling their many responsibilities! This resource includes: • Step-by-step act
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
School Counseling
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
Active Listening Activities Social Communication Skills Verbal & Non Verbal Cues
This activity is a fun way for middle and high school students to learn about the importance of verbal cues and two-way communication. Effective communication benefits everyone when it is a mutual exchange of ideas. This resource includes: Communication GameInstruction CardsCommunication CardsBlank Communication CardsFacilitation TipsEducator Guide Activity Reflection Sheet Color and black and white version> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > &g
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
Active Listening Communication Skills Activity & Reflection Middle & High School
This activity is a fun interactive way for middle and high school students to learn about the importance of active listening by using activity task cards and activity reflection. Teens can learn to use these communication skills and reflect on their behaviors. This resource includes: Directions CardsFacilitation TipsEducator Guide Activity Reflection Sheet Color and black and white version>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>&g
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
Nonverbal Communication Body Language Communication Charades and Social Cues
Engage your students in an exciting, interactive game that strengthens their communication skills without saying a word! In this fun, hands-on activity, students pick a communication card and act out the prompt using only gestures and body language. This is perfect for teaching and strengthening nonverbal communication, which is crucial for improving overall communication skills. While communication is important in maintaining professional and personal relationships, it can be a struggle for bot
6th - 12th, Adult Education
School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Anti Bullying Empathy Activity Bullying Prevention and Hurtful Words & Emotions
Teens may sometimes say hurtful things which affect others in negative ways. As a result, the target may feel alone and believe that they are the only ones impacted by hurtful words. Through the use of this interactive anti-bullying activity, middle and high school students will gain a better understanding of empathy and learn how hurtful words can impact themselves and others. This engaging activity is ideal for creating a supportive and understanding classroom environment. This resource inclu
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Character Education, School Counseling
CCSS
W.7.2
, W.7.2a
, W.7.2b
+91
Ice Breaker & Team Building Activities Icebreakers Middle & High School Students
At the start of each new year, whether it’s for the first day of school, the first week of school, an Advisory program, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program, or a workshop these 5 activities are a great way to build a sense of community with your high and middle school students. It is a great way to make back-to-school fun! This product includes: • 5 Step-by-step activity directions • Interactive activities • Essential Question(s) • Guided discussion questions and answers These products al
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
For All Subjects, School Counseling
Note Taking Activities Organization and Study Skills for Middle & High School
Students can often struggle to take organized, efficient notes. The interactive activities in this resource connect to real-world use of writing text passages and include tips and strategies to take notes as quickly and efficiently as possible. The use of abbreviations and symbols are taught, and students are given the opportunity to create their own. This resource includes: • Step-by-step activity directions • Note Taking Tips Handout • Symbols and Abbreviations Worksheet • Reading and Writing
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
School Counseling
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
Antibullying Gossip Activity Bullying Prevention Telephone High & Middle School
High school and middle school students can often gossip about others without thinking about the ramifications of their behaviors. Empathy is sometimes nonexistent. Gossiping can negatively impact the emotions of others, can lead to altercations, bullying, and alienation by their peers. This interactive, hands-on activity provides an opportunity for students to witness first-hand how quickly gossip can be spread and how distorted it can become. After the activity, students will be able to discuss
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Character Education, School Counseling
CCSS
W.7.2
, W.7.2a
, W.7.2b
+88
Showing Respect Vs. Disrespect Activities Bundle for Middle & High School
Engage your middle and high school students with these interactive respect vs. disrespect activities. Through the use of a hands-on respect self-assessment, real-life scenario cards, and role play skits, students will engage in authentic reflection and meaningful discussion, reflecting on the importance of respect and self-respect in building a positive classroom community. They will also have an opportunity to check their understanding by creating their own role plays. Perfect for character edu
6th - 12th
Character Education, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Coping Strategies and Skills #1 Boom Cards
Digital Learning meets stress and anxiety coping strategies with these interactive Boom Cards™ for grades 6-12! Teens and young adults often struggle to identify the difference between healthy and unhealthy ways of dealing with stress and anxiety. This activity provides an opportunity for middle and high school students to explore and identify 28 healthy and unhealthy ways to cope with unwanted stress and anxiety. Students will acknowledge each coping skill as either healthy or unhealthy and the
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
School Counseling
CCSS
RI.6.4
, RI.6.7
, RI.7.4
+10
Social Emotional Learning and Advisory Survey Discussion Topics to Engagement
This checklist is fantastic for surveying your teens and young adults about their interests in social-emotional and life-skills. You can use this checklist to shape your program or address the topics as individual workshops. It is available for you in both print and digital. It includes a tally sheet to assess which topics students are most interested in discussing. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>&g
6th - 12th, Higher Education
School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Perceptions & Perspectives Taking Activity Point of View for Middle & High Teens
Middle and high school students struggle to understand that everyone does not have the same view of every situation. Perceptions and perspectives help students see the world in a new way. This activity allows participants to visually see how the same situation can appear different to others. This resource includes: Strike A Pose ActivityFacilitation TipsEducator Guide Activity Reflection Sheet Color and black and white versionKEEP IN MIND: Social-emotional activities work best in an environment
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
School Counseling
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.3
+4
Also included in: Perceptions & Perspectives Bundle Exploring Bias Personal Boundaries
Stereotypes Microaggressions Privilege Misunderstandings & Cultural Bias Bundle
Looking for a powerful, age-appropriate activity to help your students understand stereotypes, microaggressions, privilege, bias, misunderstandings, and inclusion? Designed specifically for middle and high school students, these engaging, comprehensive lessons provide students with the opportunity to explore a variety of cultural biases, engage in meaningful conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom, learn to identify microaggressions in everyday situations, explore t
6th - 12th
Family Consumer Sciences, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to Informed Decisions! I.D. provides educators with engaging, culturally competent Advisory and social-emotional learning resources to engage multicultural urban youth populations!
For over two decades I have worked with students whose ages have ranged from nursery school through high school and young adults. This includes: court and gang-involved, LGBTQ+, teen mothers, and special needs populations.
Throughout my career I've taught, counseled, ensured support and academic intervention services, supervised, designed curriculum, and developed programs. A few of these programs include; Advisory, Family Groups, Conflict Resolution, Managing Difficult Behaviors, life skills, social-emotional skills, and Rites of Passage. I've also conducted staff professional development trainings on classroom management, program development, and implementation, as well as conducted trainings on various other topics.
Teaching style
-Collaborate interactive methodologies, integrating the four main learning styles
-Strengths-based perspective
-Trauma informed Lens
-Culturally informed Lens
-Best Practices
Awards & shining teacher moments
Outstanding Acts and Compassion Award
My own education history
Boston University
Master of Social Work in Clinical Social Work
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Criminal Justice and Concentration in Juvenile Delinquency
Fordham University
Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI)
License and Certifications:
LCSW,Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), NYC DOE Certification for Conflict Resolution Mediation, and Working with Teens 12-17 YMCA Training Certification
Additional biographical information
Informed Decisions provides Advisory and Social-emotional learning resources for teachers and counselors working with multicultural urban youth, teens, and young adults. Culturally, racially, and developmentally appropriate materials are created to engage, educate, guide, and inspire our young people. Students deserve to be afforded equitable opportunities to become productive contributing members of society. Together we can engage multicultural youth in making informed decisions about their lives and future successes!
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I look forward to hearing from you!
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