Welcome to 2025-26: SEASON 5

Coach Jim powers up Perseverance with energy and encouragement! He teaches that perseverance means keeping at it, even when things get tough. Students learn the strategy to TALK positively, PUSH themselves, take a BREAK and jump back in, and LOOK for a mentor. With helpful tools for teachers and hands-on practice for students, this lesson builds grit and confidence because great things happen when you don’t give up!

Coach Jim brings Friendship to life with a big smile and even bigger energy! He teaches that real friends are people you respect, trust, and have fun with. Students learn the friendship strategy on how to BE positive, DO what you say you are going to do, and LIKE others for who they are. With helpful tools for teachers and hands-on practice for students, this lesson builds strong bonds that last because friendship makes everyone feel seen and supported!

Coach Jim gets everyone teaming up with high-energy Collaboration fun! He teaches that collaboration means working together toward a common goal. Students learn the 4Cs strategy: COMMIT, COMMUNICATE,  CONTRIBUTE,  and COMPLETE. With ready-to-use tools for teachers and active learning for students, this lesson builds teamwork and trust because we’re stronger when we work together!

Coach Jim sparks creative thinking with high-energy Problem Solving! He teaches that problem solving means finding solutions for difficult situations. Students learn the PLAN, POUNCE, and PONDER strategy! With ready-to-use tools for teachers and hands-on practice for students, this lesson builds confidence and smart decision-making every step of the way!

Coach Jim sharpens focus with high-energy Awareness! He teaches that awareness means paying attention to people’s emotions, personal space, and where you are. Students learn the FACE, SPACE, and PLACE strategy. With ready-to-use tools for teachers and engaging lessons for students, this skill helps everyone stay tuned in and respectful!

Coach Jim sparks excitement by showing how manners are powerful ways to show respect with your words and actions! Students dive into the WOW strategy that is sure to change the climate of your school. With ready-to-use tools for teachers and engaging lessons for students, this episode lights up kindness and respect that makes every moment better!

Coach Jim lights the spark with high-energy Initiative excitement! He teaches that initiative means taking action right away, without being asked. Students learn the SCAN-DO strategy. With ready-to-use tools for teachers and hands-on activities for students, this lesson encourages self-starting and responsibility every day.

Coach Jim fills the room with positive vibes in Gratitude lessons! He teaches that gratitude means being thankful for the people, things, places, and experiences in your life. Students learn the SAY IT, WRITE IT, THINK IT, SHOW IT strategy to express thankfulness in many ways. With ready-to-use tools for teachers and heartfelt activities for students, this lesson helps everyone appreciate what they have and spread kindness.

Coach Jim brings the energy with Effort lessons that celebrate giving your personal best every single time! He inspires students to push themselves, keep trying, and take pride in everything they do because effort is what turns dreams into achievements. Using the strategy Did I, Can I, Am I, students will be giving it their best in the classroom. This lesson fuels confidence and the unstoppable power of “I gave it my all!”

Coach Jim energizes the room with powerful lessons on Integrity! He teaches that integrity means doing the right thing, when noone is watching and when everyone is watching! Students learn the 4 Q Strategy to help guide decision making on using Integrity! With ready-to-use tools for teachers and meaningful activities for students, Jim's tips will help everyone build strong character and make smart choices.