Know Yourself for Schools

Want students to feel confident, emotionally aware, and culturally proud?

Start with rhythm.

Want students to feel confident, emotionally aware, and culturally proud? Start with rhythm.

Know Yourself brings SEL, creative writing, and cultural pride together — through a curriculum that gets kids moving, writing, and making music they’ll never forget.

Know Yourself for Classrooms

Educators & School Communities

We partner directly with teachers and school sites to bring music, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning into your classroom in a way that’s easy to run and deeply impactful for your students.

What’s Included:

  • The SEL Soundtrack Curriculum
    A full in-class experience where students write and record a classroom anthem while building emotional literacy, teamwork, and creative expression.

  • The Calm Kit for Classrooms

    Printable tools for journaling, breathwork, and reflection that fit right into your regular schedule. No tech needed.

  • Create-a-Song Workshop

    Our team guides your class through a collaborative songwriting and recording session. A fun, hands-on way to boost confidence and build culture.

  • Educator Toolkit

    Includes ready-to-use lesson plans, rubrics, and printable supports for educators — even if you’re not musical.

Program Details:

  • Designed for Grades K–12

  • Aligns with CA SEL and ELA Standards

  • Starts at $500+ for Title I Schools

How It Works

How to bring Know Yourself to your school:

1. Choose Your Grades(s)

We serve Grades 2–12. You let us know which classrooms — we tailor the content to your students.

2. We Come to You — Gear Included

Our team brings all the music equipment, printed materials, and facilitators. No prep required on your end.

3. Students Create a Song

Each class writes and records their own original anthem — building emotional skills and classroom culture.

4. We Leave Behind the Tools

Your teachers receive take-home Calm Kits and lesson tools so the impact lasts.

Try Before You Buy

Classroom-Ready SEL Tools (Preview) for Teachers and Students

What’s Inside:

  • Program Overview One-Sheet

  • Sample Calm Kit Worksheets

  • SEL Activity Sneak Peek

  • Easy Planning Checklist

Is This Right for Your School?

This workshop was made for…

  • You’re an elementary, middle, or high school teacher looking for SEL tools

  • You serve Black and Brown youth and want identity-affirming curriculum

  • You want a creative, one-day program that’s turnkey and trauma-informed

  • You don’t have time for heavy prep — you just want someone to bring value

Not the best fit if…

  • Your school can’t support outside facilitators on campus

  • You’re not open to music-making, mindfulness, or storytelling activities

Program Pricing

We offer flexible workshop and residency options for schools of all types.

Every program includes professional facilitators, live music, printed materials, and trauma-informed SEL support — all tailored to your classroom’s needs.

Public Schools

One-Time Workshop

$700+

6-12 Week Program

$4,000 - $7,500+

36-Week Residency

$19,000+

Charter Schools

One-Time Workshop

$900+

6-12 Week Program

$5,400 - $9,500+

36-Week Residency

$23,500+

Private Schools

One-Time Workshop

$1,200+

6-12 Week Program

$7,200 - $13,000+

36 Week Residency

$30,000+

Need-Based Discounts Available

We know every school is navigating different realities. Let us know what you need — we’re flexible.

We proudly offer discounts for:

  • Title I schools

  • Multi-classroom bookings

  • Returning partner schools

What’s Included at Every Level?

🎤 Every program ends with a professionally recorded student song, EP, or album — a musical reflection of what they’ve learned and created together. Media release forms ensure full caregiver consent for all participants.

One-Time Workshop

A powerful 45-90-minute session where your students co-create a classroom anthem, practice breathwork, and experience mindfulness through music.

  • Great for testing impact with one classroom

  • No prep or tech needed

  • Leave-behind toolkit for teachers

6–12 Week Programs

Deeper engagement through weekly creative SEL sessions, helping students build confidence, express emotions, and collaborate through storytelling and songwriting.

  • Weekly visits led by our trained team

  • Tracks student emotional growth

  • Journaling and reflection included

36 Week Residencies

Our most immersive option — ideal for schools seeking long-term, culturally responsive SEL growth.

  • Ongoing classroom transformation

  • Custom curriculum and school-wide showcase

  • Includes PD options and admin reporting

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long is each session?

    Most are 60-90 minutes. We also offer 45 minute and 2-hour options.

  • Do teachers need to prepare or lead it?

    We guide the session from start to finish. Teachers can fully participate or observe.

  • Do we need to provide tech or instruments?

    Not at all. We bring everything needed for sound, music, and reflection.

  • Is this tied to standards?

    Yes. Our content aligns with California SEL and ELA standards.

  • Is this a trauma-informed program?

    Yes. Our facilitators are trained in healing-centered and culturally responsive practices.

Success Stories

Zoo Labs

“You delivered way more than expected. The way you facilitate, the vibe you bring, the workbook you created... it’s all next-level. And the band? Amazing!”

~ Program Partner

Vinitha

“Me and my kid came in after a huge disagreement. We were both in a bad place... but this workshop shifted how we were interacting. I cried because it helped us connect again.”


~ Workshop Parent Participant

Sarah

“People were leaning forward. They were captivated. Watching a song get made in real time. That’s something they’ll never forget.”

~ Youth Museum Staff

Open School

"Within minutes they were able to engage with the students and 100% of the them felt comfortable enough to share some really intimate thoughts and experiences."

~ Michael, Teacher

Arts & Technology High School

"Thank you so much for inspiring the students. You helped them open up and find community with each other. I really hope the energy from the room spreads throughout the school."

~ Laura, Teacher

Let's Talk About Your Goals

Book A Discovery Call

We’d love to learn about your goals and build something that fits your culture, your timeline, and your budget.

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