Middle School Groups
Middle school students face tough issues every single day and they need to feel that they aren't alone. These workshops will provide a safe, comfortable setting to explore the everyday issues our pre-teens face.
Workshops will teach critical strategies through interactive group activities such as role-plays/scenarios, group games, scenario discussions, short power point presentations, supplemental materials, and other creative approaches to maintain interest and develop connections within the workshop.
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Dates for 2023/24 School Year: Sunday's (see below)
Each Session = 4 weeks
Length = 45-50 minutes
Time: 9:30-10:15 - 8th Grade
Time: 10:30 -11:15 - 6th/7th Grade
LOCATION:
7399 Middlebelt Rd
Suite 4
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
(North East Corner of Middlebelt & 14 Mile Rd.)
Cost: $250 for the 4 week session
Paid in Full prior to start of session
No Refunds for absences
(If absent, parents will continue to receive summaries of group discussion and strategies)
Grades 6-8 / Ages 11-14
Maximum of 6 students
A weekly parent email will be sent with information on how to reinforce each lesson at home.
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Social skills groups are ongoing with each skill building on the next. Currently enrolled students will have priority for subsequent sessions. New students are welcome if space is available.
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Session 1 Relationships: Building Healthy Connections
Date: Sunday,
Oct 8, 15, 22, 29
Communication, Respect, Trust, Honesty, Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationships, Social Media's Influence, Accepting & Appreciating Differences, Compassion, Empathy, Personal Image
Session 2 RESPECT: What does it really mean?
Date: Sunday,
Nov 5, 12, 19 & Dec 3
Basic Expectation of Behavior/Common Sense, Everyday Etiquette, Friendship Skills, Affects of Personal Image & Reputation, Perspective of Others, Effective Problem Solving Strategies & Ownership
Session 3
Acceptance of Self & Others
Date: Sunday,
Dec 10, 17 & Jan 7, 14
Importance of Self-Esteem, Self Evaluation, Understand Attitude, Learn Positive Affirmations, Identify Strengths & Weakness, Explore Ways to Improve Self-Esteem (empowering strategies, mindfulness, "I Can" Statements), Kindness, Self Care-Hygiene
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Session 4 Responsibility: Home, School, Community, Social Media
Date: Sunday,
Jan 21, 28 & Feb 4 & 11
Duty or Obligation, Accept Blame/Ownership, Judgment (Good vs Poor), Decisions re: Social Media, Importance of Responsible Behavior; Sportsmanship, Digital Citizenship,
What would you do?
Session 5 STRESS: Deal with It!
Date: Sunday,
Feb 25 & March 3, 10, 17
Signs of Stress; Identify Stressors, Stress Level & Physical Symptoms; Benefits & Negative Effects of Stress; Acceptance of Self & Situation - Keeping an Open Mind; Emotional Self- Regulation Tools to Manage Stress -Coping Strategies & Relaxation Techniques; Prioritize - Improve Organization & Self Care
Session 6 Problem Solved: Explore Real Solutions to Real Problems
Date: Sunday,
April 7, 14, 21, 28
Learn Problem Solving Steps; Identify Size of the Problem & Approriate Reaction; Self Regulation; Assertiveness Skills; Peer Pressure - What is it & How do you deal with it; Ownership & Acceptance of what you Can vs. Can't Control; Identify Solutions to Problems & Consequences of our Actions;
Session 7: TBD
No Summer Groups - 2023
Session 8: TBD
Register TODAY for groups Fall 2023
(Be placed on a waiting list)
Middle School Groups
Grades 6-8/ Ages 11-14
Click box above for details on registering
**Interested in enrolling? REGISTER & complete the google form
Social Skills for Kids will keep your registration information on their waiting list until official registration opens in August. We will then email you and request a day/time for us to chat about your child's needs.
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**Programs offered are geared towards students in general education with average intelligence and language skills. Students with ADD/ADHD, high functioning Autism, 2e or twice exceptional challenges, non-verbal learning disorder, learning difficulties, anxiety and depression will benefit from these programs.**