Lesson Plan

Circle of Connection Lesson Plan

Students will engage in a guided community circle using structured prompts to practice empathy, active listening, and respectful sharing.

Building a supportive classroom community helps students feel seen, fosters trust, and strengthens social-emotional skills essential for collaboration and well-being.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Norms

5 minutes

Step 2

Community Circle Sharing

20 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Closure

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Circle of Connection

Objectives

Why Community Circles?

Circle Norms

Using the Talking Piece

Timer & Turn-Taking

Community Circle Questions

Reflection & Closure

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Activity

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Circle of Connection

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