The Cove Academy: Surviving Middle School
Tuesdays from 6PM-7PM starting August 4th
Location TBD (Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library)
A six-week educational course designed to help middle school girls build confidence, navigate friendships, communicate effectively, and handle the challenges of growing up.
For girls entering grades 6–8
Small Group • Maximum 10 Students
Registration Now Open (Scroll down to register)
What is The Cove Academy?
The Cove Academy is a six-week instructional course that teaches practical life skills every middle school girl can benefit from.
Through engaging activities, discussion, and real-life scenarios, participants will learn strategies for navigating friendships, handling conflict, building confidence, communicating respectfully, managing social media, and developing healthy decision-making skills.
This program is designed to provide education, skill-building, and personal growth in a supportive group setting.
What We'll Cover:
Week 1
Finding Your People
Healthy friendships
Making new friends
Red flags
What real friendship looks like
Week 2
Friendship Drama Without the Drama
Conflict resolution
Gossip
Rumors
Difficult conversations
Week 3
Confidence
Self-esteem
Comparison
Self-talk
Handling mistakes
Week 4
Social Media & Real Life
Digital citizenship
Group chats
FOMO
Online kindness
Setting healthy boundaries
Week 5
Speaking Up With Confidence
Assertive communication
Standing up for yourself
Saying no
Boundaries
Leadership
Week 6
Ready for Anything
Putting everything together
Handling middle school challenges
Goal setting
Celebration
Course Details
Six weekly sessions
60 minutes each
Maximum of 10 participants
Small group instruction
Educational curriculum
Parent receives weekly summary of topics covered
Who Is This For?
Girls who are entering or currently in middle school and want to:
✔ Feel more confident
✔ Build healthy friendships
✔ Navigate social media wisely
✔ Handle friendship drama
✔ Learn healthy communication
✔ Feel more prepared for middle school
Investment
$200
Includes:
Six instructional classes
Workbook
Activities
Weekly parent summary
Certificate of completion
Frequently Asked Questions
Will insurance cover this?
No. Because this is an educational course rather than mental health treatment, insurance is not billed.
Can my daughter participate if she is in therapy?
Yes. This course can complement therapy but is not a substitute for mental health treatment.
Do participants have to share personal experiences?
No. Activities focus on learning and practicing new skills. Sharing personal information is always optional.
*The Cove Academy is an educational, skills-based course and is not psychotherapy, counseling, or group therapy.
The program teaches general social, emotional, and communication skills that are beneficial for middle school students.
Participation does not establish a therapist-client relationship, and the course is not intended to diagnose, treat, or address individual mental health concerns.
Families seeking counseling or mental health treatment should contact a licensed mental health provider.