Y.B.Normal? “I See You” Curriculum

A cornerstone of this practice has been developing and disseminating our social-emotional learning curriculum and journals (SEL). Here at Y.B.Normal?, we developed an SEL curriculum to assist students in self-regulation, and stress management including but not limited to depression & anxiety, and an array of life challenges. Research shows (Reference) SEL has a significant impact on important life outcomes including but not limited to academic/career success, college entry/completion, and later earnings.

Testimonials

Having our kids use the Y.B.Normal? curriculum allowed students to reflect on their feelings and identify their problems, fears, and concerns. It also provided an opportunity for positive self-talk and thoughts.

ALL HCDE educators, counselors, and social workers need to check out Y.B.Normal? curriculum. I utilized it during small groups and I must say the best tool to engage students.

My 4th-grade girls SEL group, used the "30 days of self-love" journals which helped build up my students self-confidence and gave this a chance to reflect. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

The curriculum and journals that are written by Y.B.Normal? are great tools to use for those looking to increase self-love, motivation, forgiveness, self-awareness, and reflection. The journals and curriculum I would recommend to people paired with therapy or without. The journals and curriculum have my support. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend these to my clients or the schools I work with.

"Keep the same questions because they make you think about your lifestyle."

"It's like having a private journal to write out my thoughts to get out all my emotions."

"Helps me not be normal and think outside the box's it feels good to write out my thoughts and not have them bottled up in my mind."

Social and Emotional Learning

The Y.B.Normal? “I See You” SEL Curriculum is one of the layers of a student’s foundation that is built upon for them to be successful both inside and outside of the classroom. In addition to the family, community, and school partnerships, our curriculum strengthens the SEL, social-emotional learning, which is the process that the educators and students use to manage emotions, goals, responsible decisions, relationships, and empathy towards others. Students are developed overall and become more effective on their journey through life through the implementation of CASEL’s 5 Core competencies, which is a widely used framework for social-emotional learning. The five core competencies are self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. The strategic use of this framework accompanied by our Y.B.Normal? SEL curriculum will result in increased academic achievement and improved behavior. We anticipate and are excited to see a healthy return on your investment!

Problem

The Problem

OVER 3,000 STUDENTS DROP OUT OF SCHOOL PER DAY! THAT’S 1.2 MILLION PER YEAR.
FROM AGES 12+ 21.5 MILLION STUDENTS BATTLING WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE.
OVER 24.7 MILLION STUDENTS LIVE IN FATHERLESS HOMES.
THERE ARE OVER 6 MILLION ABUSE REFERRALS MADE ANNUALLY TO CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
APPROXIMATELY 123 PEOPLE PER DAY COMMIT SUICIDE.
THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 428,000 STUDENTS IN THE FOSTER CARE SYSTEM. ONLY 50% OF THEM WILL GRADUATE AND ONLY 3% WILL ATTEND A 4-YEAR COLLEGE.
APPROXIMATELY 1.3 MILLION STUDENTS IN THE U.S. ARE HOMELESS, AND MANY MORE HIDE THEIR LIVING STATUS.

Solution

The Solution

The purpose of the Y.B.Normal? Student Curriculum is to help students today become the best versions of themselves. Most students today have low self-worth and don’t see the value in education. Many of them are plagued with obstacles like peer pressure, bullying, depression, homelessness, substance abuse, and issues at home. This curriculum was created to tackle these issues while helping to shape the character of the student. Not only is this curriculum aligned with common core and the state standards, but it also features powerful life lessons that give students proven steps to help them change their perspective and outlook on life. Y.B.Normal?, is fortunate to work with an amazing team of educators with over years of combined classroom experience. What makes this curriculum so special is that we focus on the whole child. This is a great tool for schools implantation because each one of our modules/units touches on specific aspects of the student’s behavior, life, and future. The “I See You” curriculum is one of the layers of a student’s foundation that is built upon for them to be successful both inside and outside of the classroom.

Our journals and curriculum have been reviewed by multiple licensed therapists, social workers, and a multitude of educators with over 102 years of experience combined. Our journals are available in English and Español and lesson plans are available for schools/districts.