Hello Learners and Families!

Please read the full class description to determine if this class would be a good fit for your child's learning needs and always feel free to message me if you have any questions or concerns about your child's participation in any of my classes. 

I look forward to seeing your child in the classroom soon!

***TEACHER INTRODUCTION***

My name is Ms. Jenn, and I am a master's level social worker and educator with over 15 years working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings (e.g. public education, clinical settings, community classes, virtual education). I offer a variety of Outschool classes to support children and adolescents in developing confidence in their conversation skills.

I believe that all children should have the opportunity to fully participate in a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere. I have designed my classes with the intention of being accessible to diverse learners, and all of my classes are welcoming to  neurodiverse/gifted & 2e/disabled/special needs/unique learners. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss your child's learning needs and/or anything I can do to make certain they feel supported in my classroom.

***CLASS DESCRIPTION***

This class allows learners to develop confidence in their social and conversation skills by engaging in discussions with their peers about a variety of kid friendly topics in a safe, supportive environment. This class is open to all students and is a welcoming classroom for neurodiverse/disabled/gifted & 2e/special needs/unique learners. Each class will follow a similar structured format and focus on a different discussion topic (see below for class format and weekly topics). The teacher will provide guidance and support to facilitate conversation between the learners. Learners may also share ideas for topics that they would like to see offered for a future class meeting.

Each class will consist of the following:
1. Class Expectations
2. Introductions/Check In
3. Group Discussion on Weekly Topic
4. Wrap-Up and Goodbyes



FALL/WINTER SESSION 2022 (September-November)

3:00 CT Section

Week of August 28: Intro to Fall Session Discussion
Week of September 4: NO CLASS (LABOR DAY)
Week of September 11: All About Me
Week of September 18: Would You Rather Questions
Week of September 25: My Perfect Day
Week of October 2: My Favorite Things
Week of October 9: NO CLASS (COLUMBUS DAY/INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY)
Week of October 16: Imagination Questions
Week of October 23: Halloween
Week of October 30: NO CLASS (HALLOWEEN)
Week of November 6:  *topic to be determined with learner input*
Week of November 13:  Thanksgiving
Week of November 20: NO CLASS (THANKSGIVING)
Week of November 27: The Holiday Season & Fall Term Wrap-Up

6:00 CT Section

Week of October 2: All About Me
Week of October 9: NO CLASS (COLUMBUS DAY/INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY)
Week of October 16: My Family
Week of October 23: Would You Rather Questions
Week of October 30: NO CLASS (HALLOWEEN)
Week of November 6:  *topic to be determined with learner input*
Week of November 13: *topic to be determined with learner input*
Week of November 20: NO CLASS (THANKSGIVING)
Week of November 27: This or That Questions & Fall Term Wrap Up

WINTER/SPRING SESSION (January-May 2023)

3:00 CT Section

Week of January 8: Inroduction to Winter/Spring Session
Week of January 15: NO CLASS (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Week of January 22: Outdoor Activities
Week of January 29: Would You Rather Questions
Week of February 5: NO CLASS (Ms. Jenn Family Obligation)
Week of February 12:  Arts & Crafts
Week of February 19: What I Like About Me
Week of February 26: This or That Questions
Week of March 5: TV Shows/Movies
Week of March 12: Friendly Debate Questions

Week of March 26: Spring Activities
Week of April 2: Special Interests
Week of April 9: NO CLASS (Easter)
Week of April 16: Games/Video Games
Week of April 23: Favorite/Least Favorite Foods
Week of April 30: *Topic to be determined with learner input*
Week of May 7: Winter/Spring Session Wrap Up



6:00 CT Section

Week of January 8: Introduction to Winter/Spring Session
Week of January 15: NO CLASS (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Week of January 22: School/Homeschool Subjects
Week of January 29: Games/Video Games
Week of February 5: NO CLASS (Ms. Jenn Family Obligation)
Week of February 12: Imagination Questions
Week of February 19: Book/Stories
Week of February 26: Songs/Music
Week of March 5: Vacations or Favorite Places
Week of March 12: Sports
Week of March 19: 
Week of March 26: This or That Questions 
Week of April 2: Future Goals/When I Grow Up
Week of April 9: NO CLASS (Easter)
Week of April 16: Would You Rather Questions
Week of April 23: *Topic to be determined with learner input*
Week of April 30: *Topic to be determined with learner input*
Week of May 7: Winter/Spring Session Wrap-Up



SUMMER SESSION 2022 (June-August)

Week of May 22: Summer Plans
Week of May 29: NO CLASS (MEMORIAL DAY)
Week of June 5: Songs & Music
Week of June 12: Favorite Person/People
Week of June 19: NO CLASS (FATHER'S DAY)
Week of June 26: Toys & Games/Video Games

Week of July 3: NO CLASS (4th of July)
Week of July 10: Vacations/Favorite Places
Week of July 17: Heroes & Role Models
Week of July 24: This or That Questions
Week of August 7: Stories & Books
Week of August 14: *topic to be determined based on learner input*
Week of August 21: End of Summer Session Discussion


***DISCLAIMER***

While my background is social work, all classes and communication with learners/parent(s)/families on Outschool is strictly educational, and it is not a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis or treatment. Enrollment in this class does not constitute a client/therapist relationship. Although I strive to provide accurate general information, any information or communication between Ms. Jenn and learners/parent(s)/families should not be considered a replacement for medical, clinical, legal, or professional advice. You should not rely solely on information provided by Ms. Jenn regarding your child, and you should consult with a professional in the area of your/your child's particular needs and circumstances before making any medical, therapeutic, educational, or legal decisions.