Attendance Matters!

Rachel Sullivan

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Attendance Matters!

Importance of Attendance & Overcoming Anxiety

This lesson aims to teach the importance of school attendance and strategies to overcome anxiety. Through a collaborative project-based activity, students will explore the benefits of regular attendance and discuss ways to manage anxiety. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the value of being present at school and equips them with tools to handle anxiety, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Audience

5th Grade Girl

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Project-Based Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Attendance Worksheet, and Art Supplies (markers, paper)

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on why attending school is important.
Ask students to share their thoughts on how they feel about coming to school.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

Use the provided discussion questions to guide a conversation about the benefits of regular attendance and the challenges of anxiety.
Encourage students to share personal experiences and coping strategies.

Step 3

Activity

10 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Provide art supplies and ask each group to create a poster illustrating the benefits of attending school regularly.
Encourage creativity and collaboration.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

Distribute the attendance worksheet.
Ask students to complete the worksheet individually, reflecting on what they learned during the discussion and activity.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Gather students and ask them to share one thing they learned about the importance of attendance or a new strategy to manage anxiety.
Reinforce the key takeaways from the lesson.

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Discussion

Discussion on Attendance and Anxiety

A guided discussion to explore the importance of school attendance and strategies to overcome anxiety.

Why is attending school important?

Discuss the benefits of learning, social interaction, and future opportunities.

What are some reasons students might feel anxious about attending school?

Explore common anxieties such as fear of failure, social pressures, or personal issues.

How can we support each other in overcoming anxiety?

Encourage sharing of personal strategies and emphasize the importance of a supportive community.

Worksheet

Attendance Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on the importance of school attendance and identify strategies to overcome anxiety.

List three benefits of attending school regularly.

Think about learning, friendships, and future success.

Describe a time when you felt anxious about attending school. How did you handle it?

Reflect on your feelings and actions.

What is one new strategy you learned today to manage anxiety?

Consider the discussion and activity insights.