Lesson Plan
One-on-One Coaching Guide
Empower an 11th grader to confidently refuse substance offers by practicing refusal strategies through guided coaching, role-play, and a personalized worksheet.
Individualized support targets the student’s specific challenges, reinforcing effective refusal strategies and building self-efficacy to handle peer pressure and avoid substance use.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Goal Setting
3 minutes
Step 2
Explore Peer Pressure Scenarios
5 minutes
Step 3
Teach Refusal Strategies
7 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflect & Action Plan
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Refusal Ready: Build Your Confidence
Why Practice Refusal?
Strategy 1: Direct Refusal
Strategy 2: Excuse
Strategy 3: Delay
Strategy 4: Broken Record
Choose & Apply
Quick Recap & Next Steps
Script
Worksheet
