If you’ve worked with students, perhaps you’ve seen a backpack full of crumpled papers, or a student overwhelmed with different short- and long-term assignments and expectations that they shut down. Students who aren’t able to organize, prioritize, start and complete work, or navigate changing expectations are often adversely affected academically, socially, and emotionally. While the academic impacts are straightforward, the true consequences are far greater. This session will explain foundational executive functions, and how to develop those skills in a classroom and school environment.