This presentation explores strategies used in small groups to help students manage stress and build resilience. The techniques shared have been implemented in both stress-focused small groups and individual student support sessions. The session will begin with a discussion of the importance of building resilience during the middle school years, a critical transitional stage for students. Participants will then learn practical strategies used in our school’s small groups to support students’ emotional well-being. Finally, we will review outcomes observed at our school, including how pre- and post-assessment data have informed and improved our small group interventions.