Real-World Skills for Students. Practical Support for Teachers.
Hi, I’m Jessica. I’m a longtime teacher on a mission to help students prepare for life beyond high school.
If you're an educator looking for practical, engaging resources to teach adulting skills, you’re in the right place. I create real-world lessons and activities on topics like postsecondary education, employment, money management, and independent living, so your students leave school with more than just a diploma.
You’re in the Right Place If…
You’re a general education teacher looking for simple ways to integrate life skills into your curriculum. My resources work as enrichment or a real-world supplement to your core content.
You’re a special education teacher supporting students with IEP transition goals. I’ve taught special ed myself, and my materials are built to be flexible, engaging, and focused on fostering independence.
You’re an adult educator helping learners navigate the challenges of adulthood. I provide ready-to-use tools that make it easier to cover housing, employment, financial literacy, and more.
You’re a homeschooling parent who wants to make sure your teen learns essential life skills without having to design every lesson from scratch. I’ve got you covered.
Why These Resources Matter
I design each resource with two things in mind: It should make your job easier, and it should help students feel more confident about life after high school.
Whether your students are planning to go to college, start working, or are still figuring things out, they deserve a strong foundation. And you deserve resources that are engaging, flexible, and classroom-ready.
Three Ways to Get Started
🆓 Start with a Freebie
Try the Postsecondary Pathways Bingo – a fun, interactive way to help students explore different options after high school. Great for warm-ups, icebreakers, or study skills classes.
⭐ Check Out My Bestselling Lesson
Consider my Exploring Postsecondary Education & Training Options lesson. It’s a clear, step-by-step guide that helps students understand and compare their choices after high school.
📬 Reach Out Anytime
Have a question? Want help picking the right resource? Contact me here. I’m always happy to help.
🌱 How It All Began
(The Story Behind Life Beyond High School)
Years ago, I worked with a student who completely changed my perspective on teaching. She had overcome incredible challenges to earn her diploma, but when graduation came, she realized she wasn’t sure what came next.
That experience opened my eyes to a major gap in education. We spend years helping students get to graduation, but not nearly enough time helping them prepare for what comes after.
Since then, Life Beyond High School has focused on closing that gap by helping educators equip students with the practical, real-world skills they need for adult life.
Because adulthood doesn’t come with a manual, but with the right tools, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.