This ongoing class is aimed at creating a safe and supportive environment for teens to develop essential life skills.

Together, we will explore various topics related to self-esteem, empathy, and empowerment. Learners will learn self-reflection techniques, and strategies for building self-confidence, self-worth, and resilience. We will also dive into the importance of empathetic listening, understanding different perspectives, and cultivating compassion for oneself and others.

In addition, learners will learn conflict resolution techniques, and how to be assertive without being aggressive both in personal and academic settings. The power of resilience and the impact of positive self-image and more will be discussed!

You will find Inclusivity, respect, and support. This will allow every learner to feel safe to express themselves authentically while learning from diverse perspectives. It encourages active participation and collaboration.

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Weekly Breakdown:
Week of September 9 - Self Esteem and Empathy
Week of September 16 - Self-Awareness
Week of September 23 - Positive Self-Talk
Week of September 30 - Individual Differences

Week of October 7 - No class
Week of October 14 - Peer Pressure
Week of October 21 - Media and Body Image
Week of October 28 - Conflict Resolution

Week of November 4 - Healthy Boundaries
Week of November 11 - Empathy
Week of November 18 - Goal Setting
Week of November 25 (Mon/Tues classes will meet) Thursday/Friday classes will have off - Games to review

Week of December 2 - How to be a supportive friend
Week of December 9 - Active Listening and Empathy
Week of December 16 - Effective Communication
Week of December 23 - OFF
Week of December 30 - OFF

Week of January 6 - Recognizing warning signs
Week of January 13 - Promoting self care
Week of January 20 - Building trust
Week of January 27 - Dealing with setbacks and failures

Week of February 3 - Self-care and boundaries
Week of February 10 - Peer relationships and social support
Week of February 17 - Resilience and strength building
Week of February 24 - Building Healthy Strategies

Week of March 3 - Academic Pressure
Week of March 10 - Assertiveness
Week of March 17 - Self-Reflection and Growth
Week of March 24 - Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Week of March 31 - Celebrating diversity

Week of April 7 - Relaxation Techniques
Week of April 14 - Peer Pressure
Week of April 21 - Media and Body Image
Week of April 28 - Conflict Resolution

Week of May 5 - Healthy Boundaries
Week of May 12 - Empathy
Week of May 19 - Goal Setting
Week of May 26 (Mon/Tues classes will meet) Thursday/Friday classes will have off - Games to review

Week of June 2 - How to be a supportive friend
Week of June 9 - Active Listening and Empathy
Week of June 16 - Effective Communication
Week of June 23 - Conflict Management in Friendships
Week of June 30 - Developing Leadership Skills

Week of July 7 - Recognizing warning signs
Week of July 14 - Promoting self care
Week of July 21 - Building trust
Week of July 28 - Dealing with setbacks and failures

Week of August 4 - Self-care and boundaries
Week of August 11 - Peer relationships and social support
Week of August 18 - Resilience and strength building
Week of August 25 - Building Healthy Strategies

 
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Please note we value mental health, family and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we will take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in response the following dates, we will be returning all emails the day or two after we return: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31  (Winter Break)

2025
January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.