Schechter Education’s 6-Month Executive Functioning Skills Building Program empowers high school students to develop essential life skills that enhance their academic and personal success. This program focuses on cultivating accountability, work completion, self-advocacy, organization, large project management, and effective study habits.
Through consistent check-ins and actionable strategies, students gain tools to better manage their responsibilities, advocate for their needs, and build confidence in their abilities.
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Program Highlights:
Comprehensive Skill-Building tailored to meet each student’s unique strengths and challenges.
Weekly One-on-One Check-Ins with Shoshanna, a dedicated mentor, ensuring personalized guidance and support.
Student-Led Scheduling: Students take responsibility for signing up for their weekly check-ins through Shoshanna’s Calendly page, reinforcing independence and accountability.
Regular Updates for Families to ensure progress is on track and achievements are celebrated.
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What Students Will Learn
1. Accountability
Creating and following daily task lists.
Reflecting on accomplishments and challenges at the end of each day.
Setting and tracking weekly goals.
2. Work Completion
Breaking down assignments into manageable tasks.
Using time management tools like the Pomodoro Technique.
Building motivation through personalized reward systems.
3. Self-Advocacy
Practicing how to communicate needs effectively with teachers and peers.
Developing scripts for professional email communication.
Building confidence in setting boundaries and asking for help.
4. Organization
Structuring physical and digital materials for easy access.
Maintaining a color-coded system for subjects or priorities.
Using calendars and visual tools to plan tasks and deadlines.
5. Large Project Management
Breaking large assignments into clear, actionable steps.
Tracking progress with milestone deadlines.
Using graphic organizers to structure ideas.
6. Studying Strategies
Implementing active recall techniques like flashcards and quizzes.
Practicing spaced repetition for long-term memory retention.
Utilizing summarization and mind-mapping to deepen understanding.
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Program Structure
Initial Consultation (Week 1):
One-on-one session with the student to identify strengths, challenges, and goals.
Weekly Check-Ins (Weeks 2-24):
30-45 minute individual meetings with Shoshanna.
Students are responsible for scheduling their weekly check-ins via Shoshanna’s Calendly page.
Sessions will focus on reviewing progress, addressing obstacles, and introducing new strategies.
Parent/Guardian Updates:
Biweekly communication with families to share updates, strategies, and progress milestones.
Midpoint Evaluation (Week 12):
Formal review of achievements and adjustments to the action plan.
Final Review and Transition Plan (Week 24):
Celebrating accomplishments and creating a personalized maintenance plan for continued success.
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Program Guidelines
To ensure progress and maximize benefits, students must:
Attend Weekly Check-Ins: Scheduling and attending check-ins on time through Shoshanna’s Calendly page.
Complete Assigned Tasks: Engage with strategies and activities introduced during sessions.
Maintain Open Communication: Share successes and challenges honestly with Shoshanna.
Commit to Growth: Demonstrate a willingness to try new approaches and refine current habits.
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Program Materials and Tools
Planner or digital organization apps (e.g., Todoist, Google Calendar).
Task timers (physical or digital).
Visual aids (e.g., whiteboards, calendars).
Study tools (flashcards, apps like Quizlet).
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Why Choose Schechter Education?
Schechter Education equips students with practical tools to foster independence, confidence, and academic success. This program offers a personalized, structured approach to helping students take charge of their responsibilities while developing critical skills for the future.