Learning and practicing social-emotional and intrapersonal skills is an essential facet of any successful classroom. Now with versions for students and educators, Be Your Own Bestie™ offers customizable, multi-week programs that are available virtually or in person.
Be Your Own Bestie™ aligns with state and national standards, American School Counselor Association’s (ASCA) National Model, and the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning’s (CASEL) Social-Emotional Learning Model.
Educators are uniquely positioned to impact students’ well-being. Yet they cannot neglect their care in this process! This edition provides an overview of the BESTIE curriculum and its core competencies, including setting and maintaining boundaries, developing emotional intelligence, creating a sense of belonging, managing stress, inspiring others, leading with equity, and fostering self-love.
Adolescence significantly shapes a lifetime of mental health, with half of all lifetime mental illnesses beginning by age 14. Today’s students face unique post-pandemic stressors, including social isolation, economic hardships, and academic disruptions, which lead to increased anxiety across all grade levels. This version of Be Your Own Bestie™ presents age-appropriate, relatable knowledge and tools for participants, tackling topics such as setting and maintaining boundaries, developing emotional intelligence, practicing self-advocacy and individual expression, managing stress, and accepting yourself.
Learn more about current professional development presentations and topics at the Self-Care Cabaret.