What Are Life Skills?
Life skills are the social, emotional, behavioral, and practical skills students need to succeed in school, the workplace, and daily life. Through our K–12 scaffolded curriculum, students learn and strengthen:
- Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness
- Communication & Teamwork
- Organization & Time Management
- Financial & Digital Literacy
- Conflict Resolution & Goal Setting
- Career and Workforce Preparation
Grade-Level Life Skills Syllabus Progression - Elementary
Kindergarten: Getting Started with Me
Kindergarten: Getting Started with Me
Kindergarten: Getting Started with Me
Focus: Self-awareness, routines, sharing, listening, expressing feelings.
Sample Topics:
- What Are Rules?
- Identifying Emotions
- Personal Hygiene & Responsibility
- Classroom Etiquette
- And More!
Weekly Format: Story-based lessons, journaling, coloring worksheets, and movement-based activities.
1st Grade: Learning About Me
Kindergarten: Getting Started with Me
Kindergarten: Getting Started with Me
Focus: Personal responsibility, Listening and following directions, Kindness and empathy, Basic problem-solving.
Sample Topics:
- Understanding Rules & Routines
- My Feelings Identifying Emotions
- Being a Good Listener
- Sharing with Friends
- And More!
Weekly Format: Story-based lessons, journaling, coloring worksheets, and movement-based activities.
2nd Grade: Growing in Responsibility
Kindergarten: Getting Started with Me
3rd Grade: Learning About Myself and Others
Focus: Empathy and cooperation, Making good choices, Conflict resolution, Healthy habits.
Sample Topics:
- Respecting Differences
- What Makes a Good Friend?
- How to Work Together
- Understanding Right from Wrong
- And More!
Weekly Format: Story-based lessons, journaling, coloring worksheets, and movement-based activities.
3rd Grade: Learning About Myself and Others
3rd Grade: Learning About Myself and Others
3rd Grade: Learning About Myself and Others
Focus: Decision-making, friendship, responsibility, and empathy.
Sample Topics:
- Making Good Choices
- Respecting Differences
- Time Management for Kids
- What Is Empathy?
- And More!
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
4th Grade: Becoming Independent
3rd Grade: Learning About Myself and Others
5th Grade: Preparing for Middle School
Focus: Peer relationships, Self-management, Decision-making, Study habits.
Sample Topics:
- Setting Personal Goals
- Managing Emotions
- Understanding Peer Pressure
- Respecting Others’ Opinions
- And More!
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
5th Grade: Preparing for Middle School
3rd Grade: Learning About Myself and Others
5th Grade: Preparing for Middle School
Focus: Leadership and confidence,
Organization and planning,
Digital responsibility, Preparing for academic transitions.
Sample Topics:
- What Is Leadership?
- Handling Mistakes and Learning from Them
- Working in Groups Effectively
- Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses
- And More!
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
Grade-Level Life Skills Syllabus Progression - SECONDARY
6th Grade: Independence & Social Awareness
6th Grade: Independence & Social Awareness
Focus: Organization, peer pressure, communication, digital behavior.
Sample Topics:
- Managing My Schedule
- Peer Pressure & Positive Choices
- Social Media Responsibility
- Building Healthy Friendships
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
7th Grade: Resilience & Responsibility
6th Grade: Independence & Social Awareness
Focus: Stress management, academic habits, emotional regulation.
Sample Topics:
- Handling Disappointment
- Study Habits & Focus
- Conflict Resolution
- Accountability & Leadership
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
8th Grade: Preparation for High School
Focus: Goal setting, character development, planning ahead.
Sample Topics:
- Long- and Short-Term Goals
- Decision-Making Models
- What Are Strengths & Weaknesses?
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
9th Grade: High School Foundations
11th Grade: College & Career Decision Making
Focus: Study skills, emotional self-regulation, group collaboration.
Sample Topics:
- Managing Distractions
- Collaboration & Group Roles
- Self-Motivation
- Understanding Identity
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
10th Grade: Work & Career Readiness Begins
11th Grade: College & Career Decision Making
11th Grade: College & Career Decision Making
Focus: Communication, workplace etiquette, personal responsibility.
Sample Topics:
- Writing Emails Professionally
- Preparing for a First Job
- Career Cluster Exploration
- Digital Communication in the Workplace
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
11th Grade: College & Career Decision Making
11th Grade: College & Career Decision Making
11th Grade: College & Career Decision Making
Focus: Leadership, financial literacy, personal branding.
Sample Topics:
- Setting SMART Goals
- Interview Skills
- Building a Resume
- Understanding Credit & Budgeting
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.
12th Grade: Adult Life Transitions
12th Grade: Adult Life Transitions
12th Grade: Adult Life Transitions
Focus: Decision-making, professionalism, independence, budgeting.
Sample Topics:
- Creating a Personal Budget
- Understanding Your Paycheck
- Life After Graduation
- Renting vs. Owning
Weekly Format: Real-life scenarios, journaling, group games, reflection questions.