Who it’s for
Teens (14+) and adults wanting practical tools to manage anger at home, school, or work. Court/school/self-referred welcome.
What
you’ll learn
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Triggers, warning signs, and escalation patterns
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Calming skills (breathing, grounding, time-outs)
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Thought → feeling → behavior loops; how to interrupt them
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Communication under stress; boundaries and repair
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Safer conflict responses; decision-making and consequences
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Personal coping plan you can actually use
Format
Weekly 2 hours for 10 weeks.
Small, skills-based groups.
Weekly outline
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Orientation & goals
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Triggers & body cues
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Coping toolkit
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Thinking traps
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Stress-proof communication
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Boundaries & respect
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Conflict skills
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Decisions & risk
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Healthy routines
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Personal plan & certificates
Outcomes
Fewer incidents/suspensions • Better self-control • Certificate of Completion and attendance log (on request)
Schedule & location
Evening cohorts in Rockford; exact time/place shared after enrollment for privacy. Hybrid options may be offered.
Cost
No-cost or sliding scale. Scholarships prioritized for youth/returning citizens.
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Champions Benchmark’s services are non‑clinical, community‑focused, and partnership‑driven. Programs are delivered through collaboration with local schools, housing authorities, courts, and service agencies so that participants receive coordinated support tailored to their needs.