Lesson Plan
First Day Orientation
Students will build connections through name-sharing and an icebreaker activity, learn classroom expectations and routines, and reflect on their first-day experience. They will practice English communication and feel welcomed and prepared for the school year.
Starting the year with structured community-building and clear procedures helps ELL students feel safe, supported, and ready to engage. Establishing expectations and routines early promotes confidence, language practice, and a positive learning environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Classroom Materials
10 Minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Warm-Up
5 Minutes
Step 2
Name Tag Creation
5 Minutes
Step 3
Icebreaker Activity
10 Minutes
Step 4
Classroom Expectations Introduction
10 Minutes
Step 5
Routines and Procedures Overview
10 Minutes
Step 6
Exit Ticket & Reflection
5 Minutes

Slide Deck
Hello, New Beginnings!
Today's Objectives
Name Tag Creation
Icebreaker Activity
Sample Icebreaker Questions
Classroom Expectations
Key Expectations
Routines Overview
Routines in Action
Exit Ticket & Reflection

Activity


Activity


Activity


Warm Up


Cool Down

