Welcome to Stones to Statues
The Stones to Statues Curriculum is a comprehensive program designed to provide holistic support and guidance to students experiencing the impact of fatherlessness and other adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Our curriculum aims to foster emotional and psychological wholeness through 10 units and 30 lessons, addressing various aspects of social-emotional development.
Our Mission
Our mission is to address the unique needs of students who experience fatherlessness and other ACEs by offering a structured, evidence-based curriculum that promotes healing, resilience, and growth. We aim to equip students with the tools and support necessary to navigate their emotional challenges, build healthy relationships, and achieve academic and personal success.
Transformative Support for Vulnerable Youth: By addressing the root causes of emotional and behavioral challenges, we empower students to overcome the obstacles of fatherlessness and other adverse experiences, paving the way for lifelong success and fulfillment.
Empowering the Next Generation: Our curriculum fosters a resilient mindset and emotional intelligence, equipping students with the skills they need to break the cycle of adversity and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Building Strong Foundations: Through a comprehensive approach to social-emotional learning, we help students develop a strong sense of self-worth and purpose, empowering them to pursue their dreams and make positive contributions to society.
Creating Inclusive Learning Environments: By promoting empathy, understanding, and respect, our curriculum cultivates a supportive and inclusive school culture, ensuring that every student feels valued and supported on their journey to success.
Why Focus on Fatherlessness
Why Focus on Fatherlessness and Other ACEs?
Research has shown that students without a father figure and those who experience other adverse childhood experiences are at a higher risk for a range of academic, behavioral, and emotional difficulties. By providing targeted support, we can significantly improve their outcomes and help them achieve their full potential. Key challenges include:
Higher Dropout Rates: Students with absent fathers are twice as likely to drop out of school compared to their peers with both parents present.
Lower Academic Achievement: 71% of high school dropouts come from fatherless homes.
Increased Behavioral Issues: Students with absent fathers or other adverse experiences are more than twice as likely to exhibit behavioral problems such as aggression, anxiety, and depression.
Psychological Impact: 85% of all children with behavioral disorders come from homes without fathers.
Our Curriculum
The Stones to Statues curriculum is designed to address the multifaceted impact of fatherlessness and other ACEs through ten comprehensive units. Each unit focuses on specific aspects of emotional and social development, providing practical strategies and activities to support students in their healing journey. Each unit and lesson is linked to the appropriate CASEL competency to truly embed social and emotional learning.
Key Components
Comprehensive Curriculum: 10 Units and 30 Lessons addressing various stages and aspects of dealing with fatherlessness and other ACEs, from emotional well-being to acceptance and empowerment.
Advanced AI Counseling Services : State-of-the-Art AI technology provides personalized counseling services, ensuring students receive continuous and adaptive support.
Culturally Relevant Texts : Grade-level texts focused on overcoming stages of fatherlessness and other ACEs, ensuring student engagement through relatable content.
Live Expert Sessions : Four live virtual group sessions held throughout the school year by psychologists and mental health experts in parental abandonment to provide personalized guidance and support in overcoming adverse childhood experiences.
Resource Centers
Teacher Resource Center: Provides additional information and tools to help educators support their students effectively.
Parent Resource Center : Offers resources and guidance to parents navigating the challenges of fatherlessness and other ACEs.
Student Messaging Section : A dedicated platform where students can connect, share experiences, and support each other in a safe and moderated environment.
Community Mentors : Engage mentors to provide students with support, guidance, and inspiration through real-life examples and experiences.
Inspirational Videos : Videos of athletes, actors, and others who overcame fatherlessness, offering students role models and success stories.
CASEL Competencies : Each unit and lesson aligns with CASEL competencies, fostering skills like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Benefits
Significant Impact on School Culture and Academic Performance
Implementing the Stones to Statues curriculum can significantly enhance school culture and academic performance. Research has consistently shown that social and emotional learning (SEL) programs like this curriculum produce substantial benefits:
Academic Achievement: SEL programs lead to improved academic performance. Students participating in these programs show increased achievement in reading, math, and overall school grades. Studies have indicated that students receiving SEL interventions have higher standardized test scores and better school attendance rates.
Behavioral Improvements: SEL programs foster positive social behaviors such as cooperation, empathy, and effective communication while reducing conduct problems, bullying, and disciplinary incidents. This program serves as an effective Tier II or Tier III intervention that aligns with MTSS and ultimately helps to create a more harmonious and productive school environment.
Emotional Well-Being: Programs focused on emotional well-being help decrease levels of depression, anxiety, and stress among students. Improved emotional regulation and resilience are crucial outcomes that support both academic and personal success.
Positive School Culture: A focus on emotional and social skills contributes to a positive school climate. Students feel safer and more supported, leading to increased engagement and a sense of belonging within the school community.
Contact Information
For more details on the Stones to Statues curriculum and to implement it in your school, please contact us at admin@stonestostatues.com.
Invest in the future of your students by integrating the Stones to Statues curriculum and witness the transformation in their emotional and academic lives.
Our Courses
PARENT & TEACHER RESOURCE CENTER
AI COUNSELING CENTER
