High School Readiness

Erin Farmer

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

High School Readiness

Prepare for high school

This lesson is designed to help 9th-grade students prepare for the transition to high school. Through experiential learning, students will engage in discussions and activities that focus on essential skills such as time management, study habits, and goal setting. This lesson is important as it equips students with the tools they need to succeed in high school, fostering confidence and readiness.

Audience

9th grade students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Quiz, and Exit Ticket

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome students and introduce the topic of high school readiness.
Explain the importance of being prepared for high school and how it can impact their success.
Briefly outline the activities for the lesson.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

Facilitate a discussion using the provided questions.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences about transitioning to high school.
Highlight key points about time management, study skills, and setting goals.

Step 3

Quiz

10 mins

Distribute the quiz to assess students' understanding of high school readiness.
Allow students to complete the quiz individually.
Collect the quizzes for review.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.
Distribute the exit ticket for students to reflect on what they learned.
Encourage students to set a personal goal for their high school journey.

Discussion

High School Readiness Discussion

A discussion to explore students' thoughts and feelings about transitioning to high school.

What are you most excited about in high school?

Encourage students to think about new opportunities and experiences.

What challenges do you think you might face in high school?

Guide students to consider academic, social, and personal challenges.

How can you prepare for these challenges?

Discuss strategies like time management, seeking help, and setting goals.

Quiz

High School Readiness Quiz

Quiz

High School Readiness Exit Ticket