Overcoming Middle School Awkwardness: Developing Confidence and Maturity
In this course, we will discuss awkward moments that can occur during the change from elementary to middle school, and how to navigate these moments!
Emily Kendall, PhD Fellow | SchoolhouseForAmerica
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(31)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
During this class we will discuss the general change from elementary to middle school. Although this is an exciting time, it can be anxiety inducing for your child. We will discuss various coping mechanisms to help navigate the turmoil of this change including the following: - Developing a sense of humor - Confidence: what it is and how to get some - The differences between blending in, fitting in, and belonging - Peaking vs growing; discovering your identity amid a bunch of influences - Technology: advantages and disadvantages, risks, and how to navigate our world online - Friends and influences (peer pressure) - Feedback, advice, and criticism As a former (very) awkward middle schooler who turned into a middle school teacher, my experiences may help put your child at ease making this transition with realistic advice and support.
Learning Goals
- Students will be able to explain the differences between blending in, fitting in, and belonging.
- Students will understand and discuss the world online and best practices for navigating it well.
- Students will discuss the influences around them and determine goals for discovering self-worth.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will not discuss any subjects in this class that may be considered sensitive (eg. sex, drugs, religion, gender identity, or mental health concerns such as eating disorders, depression, etc.). If these subjects are brought up by the student, I will gently refer them to their parent for discussion in the home. This course is meant to be realistic but focus on navigating the school environment only, not on major life concerns that may warrant more serious conversations.
Supply List
Students should bring a way to take notes or write down questions, but nothing more is needed.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2023
5.0
31reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Special Education from Johns Hopkins University
I have taught middle school students for many years, and served as a transition specialist for students with disabilities to transition their IEP's from elementary to middle school.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$25
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
1-6 learners per class
