Classroom and Group

Mindsets & Behaviors Action Plan

The ASCA Student Standards: Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success guide the planning and delivery of all student activities
and interventions. The classroom and group Mindsets & Behaviors action plan provides an overview of the delivery of direct
services in large group (LG), classroom (Class) and small-group (SG) settings. This plan presents the topics addressed, while the
annual calendar presents the schedule of all classroom and groups activities.

Use the classroom and group Mindsets & Behaviors action plan to identify all ASCA Student Standards addressed through
classroom and group activities. Although some activities address multiple standards, list the activity with the primary mindset
or behavior addressed by the activity. It is not necessary to repeat activities with all standards addressed through that activity.

School Name Date Created Most Recent Revision Date

Tortolita Middle School 3/21/2023 3/21/2023

Mindset Standards

Mindset Activity/Focus or Purpose Participants Class/LG SG

M 1. Belief in development of whole self, 8 small group meetings which 7th-8th Grade X
including a healthy balance of mental, social/ cover Self-care, identifying and
emotional and physical well-being exploring emotions, healthy
habits, and coping skills.

M 2. Sense of acceptance, respect, support Cougar nights, family 7th-8th Grade Students LG
and inclusion for self and others in the school community fair, and family and Families
environment community meetings.

M 3. Positive attitude toward work and EPIC Points Incentive for students All students LG
learning to be able to join end of year
celebration for academics.

M 4. Self-confidence in ability to succeed Self-esteem/Positive Affirmations 7th-8th Grade Small Group X

Activity covered in small group.

M 5. Belief in using abilities to their fullest to Academic preparation small 2 7th grade groups and 1 X
th
achieve high-quality results and outcomes group focusing on testing skills, 8 grade group
testing anxiety, and tips and
tricks for testing.

M 6. Understanding that postsecondary Career Week and High School 7th Grade Career Week LG
education and life-long learning are necessary Visit to feeder High School. 8th Grade High School
for long-term success Visit

Behavior Standards

Learning Strategies Activity/Focus or Purpose Participants Class/LG SG

B-LS 1. Critical-thinking skills to make informed Week 3 Small Group academic 2 7th grade groups and 1 X
decisions preparation focusing on critical 8th grade group
thinking skills to make
appropriate decisions in testing.

B-LS 2. Creative approach to learning, tasks and Role-play different dilemmas to 7th grade boys’ group X
problem solving address problem solving skills
and appropriate responses.

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B-LS 3. Time-management, organizational and Week 2 Small group academic 2 7th grade groups and 1 X
study skills prep lesson on organization, 8th grade group
planner/time management
options.

B-LS 4. Self-motivation and self-direction to Introduction lesson on student- All students Class
learning Vue used to identify missing
assignment, due dates.

B-LS 5. Media and technology skills to enhance Career exploration class 8th grade student Class
learning elective

B-LS 6. High-quality standards for tasks and Alignment of test preparation 7th grade and 8th grade x
activities groups with AZ Learning groups
Standards

B-LS 7. Long- and short-term academic, career Goal setting activities with small 7th and 8th grade X
and social/emotional goals groups

B-LS 8. Engagement in challenging coursework Meeting with 8th grade students 8th grade LG
to enroll in high school credit
courses

B-LS 9. Decision-making informed by gathering Identify students who are on 7th and 8th grade X
evidence, getting others’ perspectives and the verge of reaching the next
recognizing personal bias academic tier to include in small
group preparation for testing.

B-LS 10. Participation in enrichment and Grade checks for students to All Students LG
extracurricular activities participate in sports

Self-Management Skills Activity/Focus or Purpose Participants Class/LG SG

th
B-SMS 1. Responsibility for self and actions Role-play dilemmas on taking 7 grade group X
responsibility for our own
actions.

B-SMS 2. Self-discipline and self-control Using Self-Control Lesson 7th and 8th grade groups X

B-SMS 3. Independent work Individual worksheets for small 7th and 8th grade groups x
group members then discussion
on worksheets if members want
to share.

B-SMS 4. Delayed gratification for long-term Goal setting worksheet breaks All students LG
rewards down large goals into smaller
attainable goals.

B-SMS 5. Perseverance to achieve long- and Revisit goal worksheets and All students LG
short-term goals check items off checklist to
demonstrate progress.

B-SMS 6. Ability to identify and overcome Group discussion on barriers 7th and 8th grade groups x
barriers and ways, tools, or skills to
overcome barriers.

B-SMS 7. Effective coping skills Different coping skills lessons in 7th and 8th grade groups x
group covering and practicing
multiple skills.

B-SMS 8. Balance of school, home and Group discussion on home- 7th and 8th grade X
community activities school-life balance and

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 techniques to help students
balance their life better.

B-SMS 9. Personal safety skills Web and technology safety Class Lessons Class

B-SMS 10. Ability to manage transitions and Coping with changes lessons 7th and 8th grade X
adapt to change

Social Skills Activity/Focus or Purpose Participants Class/LG SG

B-SS 1. Effective oral and written communication Journal and role-play activity to 7th grade boys group X
skills and listening skills express communication skills socialization.

B-SS 2. Positive, respectful and supportive ROARS awards recognize All students LG
relationships with other students who are similar students who go above and
to and different from them beyond for peers.

B-SS 3. Positive relationships with adults that Check-ins with positive role Behavior Bootcamp X
support success model for certain students. Students

B-SS 4. Empathy Empathy worksheet/practice in 7th and 8th grade X

small group.

B-SS 5. Ethical decision-making and social Ethical Decision-Making 7th and 8th grade X
responsibility scenarios. What would you do? Behavior bootcamp
students

B-SS 6. Effective collaboration and cooperation Collaboration lesson focusing All Students Class
skills on sharing the workload in a
group project.

B-SS 7. Leadership and teamwork skills to work Leadership activity worksheet 8th grade student X
effectively in diverse groups to identify type of leadership leaders
personality.

B-SS 8. Advocacy skills for self and others and Student Advocacy team 7th and 8th grade club X
ability to assert self, when necessary leadership group. members

B-SS 9. Social maturity and behaviors Social Skills activity controlling 7th and 8th grade X
appropriate to the situation and environment emotions, how to respond to
socially awkward or difficult
situations.

B-SS 10. Cultural awareness, sensitivity and
responsiveness
Cultural Awareness and Social Classes Class
Justice project identifying other
cultures values, celebrations,
history, and injustices
experienced by the cultural
group.

Updated September 2021