Lesson Plan
Guardian Role Guide
In four 20-minute sessions, students will adopt peer “guardian” roles by defining behavior goals, matching with mentors, practicing check-ins/check-outs, and reflecting to build accountability and empathy.
Structured peer mentoring through check-in/check-out helps students develop responsibility, supportive habits, and positive behavior patterns, reducing disruptions and fostering a caring classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
30 minutes
Step 1
Session 1: Introducing Guardian Roles
20 minutes
Step 2
Session 2: Mentor Match-Up
20 minutes
Step 3
Session 3: Practicing Check-Ins
20 minutes
Step 4
Session 4: Reflection & Next Steps
20 minutes
Slide Deck
Mentor Match-Up: Finding Your Guardian Partner
Session Objectives
Warm-Up: What Matters Most?
Matching Criteria Overview
Criterion 1: Trust
Criterion 2: Communication
Criterion 3: Availability
Criterion 4: Strengths
Self-Reflection Survey Instructions
Example Survey Entry
How Pairs Are Chosen
Get Ready for Pair Announcements
Sample Pairing Visual
Step 1: Share Your Goals
Sharing Goals: Guidelines
Sample Conversation
Guardian vs. Mentee Roles
Next Steps
Weekly Check-In Schedule
Thank You & Questions
Activity
Journal
