SOS4Students

08/19/2026

“They just need to be more organized.” Sound familiar? 👀
Executive functioning is about so much more than organization—and it’s not simply a matter of trying harder.

In this video, Beth Samuelson, founder of SOS4students, breaks down some of the biggest misconceptions about executive functioning and shares what students can actually work on in our Skill Booster Workshops.
🧠 Planning
📚 Organization
⏰ Time management
🎯 Prioritization
…and more.

Ready to help your student head into the school year with stronger skills and practical strategies?
Explore our Middle School Booster and Executive Brain Bootcamp → https://sos4students.com/workshops/

07/22/2026

🚨 THIS IS IT. Our workshops start THIS WEEKEND.

If you’ve been meaning to sign up, don’t wait until the school year is already underway. Give your student the strategies, confidence, and support they need before the first day of school.

💬 Swipe through to hear from the students and education professionals who’ve seen the difference SOS4Students makes.

From tackling executive functioning and time management to building study skills and confidence, these are tools students will use all year long—not just during the workshop.

👉 Register now here: https://sos4students.com/workshops/

07/17/2026

🎓 What do students wish they knew before starting college?

We asked two rising college sophomores to reflect on their first year—the challenges they didn't expect, the lessons they learned, and the skills that made the biggest difference.

Their advice offers just a glimpse of what students will build in Conquering College 101, a workshop designed to help incoming college students navigate the transition with confidence.
Because college isn't just about earning good grades, it's about learning how to manage your time, advocate for yourself, build healthy routines, and thrive with newfound independence.

⏳ Conquering College 101 is just two weeks away! Register NOW here: https://sos4students.com/conquering-college-101/

07/16/2026

Starting next week! Beth is excited to partner with Support for Families and offer this 4-part virtual workshop on executive functioning! Sign-up now!

Is your child often seen as “unmotivated,” “disorganized,” or “not trying hard enough”? It may be more than that.

Join our 4-part Executive Functioning series (July 21–Aug 11 at 6:30 PM) to better understand the brain skills behind planning, organization, time management, emotional regulation, and independence.

Designed for parents of middle and high school students, this series offers expert guidance, practical strategies, and peer support to help you better understand and support your child.

📅 Topics include:
• What executive functioning really is
• Strategies for home
• Navigating school challenges
• Building independence over time

✨ Attend one or all four sessions (register separately for each)

Presented in English
Spanish & Cantonese interpretation available with 72 hours’ notice

🔗 Register today: https://supportforfamilies.org/series/rethink-the-labels/

07/16/2026

Pre-registration is required.
Don't miss this informative conference for families and youth!
If your child has an IEP, receives support under Section 504, or is in the transition process, this conference is for you! This event is completely free 😊
Register at the following link or call us at 510-547-7322
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-resource-navigators-presents-iep-educational-conference-in-person-tickets-1987565740634?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/09/2026

Get ready, get set for college this fall! Gift your rising college student with Conquering College this August!

07/08/2026

POV: you’re walking into freshman year feeling ready for anything.

The best way to start college? Build the skills that help you feel confident from day one.

Conquering College 101 is a workshop designed to help incoming freshman tackle the transition with organization, independence, and confidence.

The workshop is less than 3 weeks away. Don’t wait until it’s too late!
🔗REGISTER NOW: https://sos4students.com/conquering-college-101/

07/07/2026

Middle school is an exciting milestone—but it also comes with a whole new level of independence.

Our Mastering Middle School workshop gives incoming middle school students practical strategies for managing their workload, organizing their materials, planning ahead, and building the confidence to navigate this new chapter successfully.

Give your child the tools to start the school year feeling prepared—not overwhelmed.

MASTERING MIDDLE SCHOOL
📅 August 1–2
🎒 Open to incoming middle school students.
👉 REGISTER TODAY (10% off through July 11!) here: https://sos4students.com/mastering-middle-school/

07/02/2026

🎆 Celebrate summer with 10% OFF all SOS4Students Summer Workshops through July 11!

From middle school to high school, we offer a full lineup of workshops designed to help students build the executive function skills they need to thrive. We also offer workshops for parents and families to strengthen communication, collaboration, and confidence at home.

Whether your student is preparing for a new school year or looking to build skills that last, now is the perfect time to register!

🇺🇸 Use code: SOS4JULY at checkout to save 10% on any single workshop.

👉 REGISTER HERE: https://sos4students.com/workshops/

06/30/2026

"I primarily felt overwhelmed."

Our former student, Clara, remembers exactly how it felt to start college: a new city, unfamiliar faces, and classes unlike anything she'd experienced before.

In her letter to her little sister, she shares the lessons that helped her find confidence—from finding community to breaking big assignments into manageable steps.

That's exactly what Conquering College 101 is all about: helping incoming freshmen start college with practical strategies, confidence, and support.

🎓 Save 10% on individual workshops through July 11 with code SOS4JULY.

Register here: https://sos4students.com/workshops/

What advice would you give your freshman-year self? ❤️