Engage & Connect: School Spirit

Lianne deBettencourt

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Engage & Connect: School Spirit

Increase attendance and engagement

This lesson aims to boost school attendance and engagement by fostering a sense of community and belonging among Grade 8 students. Through a blended learning approach, students will participate in a discussion that encourages them to share their thoughts on school spirit and involvement. This lesson is important as it helps students feel more connected to their school environment, which can lead to improved attendance and academic performance.

Audience

Grade 8 students

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Blended Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Whiteboard and markers, and Projector or screen for visuals

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Greet the students and introduce the topic of school engagement and attendance.
Explain the importance of feeling connected to the school community.
Briefly outline the activities for the session.

Step 2

Discussion: School Spirit

15 mins

Divide students into small groups and distribute the discussion questions.
Encourage students to share their thoughts on what makes them feel connected to the school.
Ask each group to present one idea to the class.
Use a whiteboard to jot down key points and ideas shared by the students.

Step 3

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points discussed and highlight any common themes.
Encourage students to think about how they can contribute to a positive school environment.
Thank the students for their participation and remind them of the importance of their presence in school.

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Discussion

Discussion: School Spirit

A discussion to explore students' feelings about school spirit and engagement. This will help identify factors that contribute to a positive school experience.

What activities or events make you feel most connected to our school?

Encourage students to think about past events or activities that they enjoyed and why they felt connected.

How can we improve school spirit and make everyone feel included?

Guide students to consider inclusive practices and new ideas that could enhance school spirit.

What role do you think attendance plays in feeling connected to school?

Discuss the relationship between regular attendance and a sense of belonging or engagement.