Our self-esteem and leadership program can be used by you with little disruption to your existing program or curriculum because the How I Look Journal, an appealing alternative to the traditional workbook, covers key topics shown to improve body image and self-esteem.
(See How I Look Journal link for further description.)
You select the amount of classroom time to dedicate to journal topics and the How I Look Journal will supplement and complement your program. Blank pages throughout the journal allow for teacher-directed journaling.
Focus groups with middle school girls confirmed that girls will journal independently and do not perceive it as homework.
Older middle school or high school girls will find opportunities for leadership development by using the journal as a framework for creating student-designed mentoring activities.
Our goal is to train the teachers in program options in an effort to create self-sustaining programs.
After piloting the program at Woodside Priory School, Dora Marron, Middle School Dean, commented:
"This is so encouraging and I hope reaffirming to you that you have developed something that is life changing for girls!!! Great job!"
Click here for an example of the information we will provide to our partner schools.
Areas where we can further support you include:
- Teacher training including: background on research that supports these concepts, scripted lesson plans, information on published curricula options and other resources, classroom activities to supplement the journal, and mentoring project design
- In-service workshops to assist in maximizing interdepartmental use of the How I Look Journal,
- Presentation of single or multiple classes that reflect or expand on How I Look Journal concepts
- Parent education to help parents better understand the complexities of body image issues and gain tools for supporting their daughters' healthy maturity.
- Interest Project design assistance for Cadet Girl Scout troop leaders
