Lesson Plan

New Year, New Strength Plan

Students will build classroom connections through icebreakers, identify personal strengths and set one goal, and practice active listening to foster a supportive community.

This lesson kickstarts a positive school year by promoting self-awareness, peer bonding, and communication skills—key foundations for student well-being and academic success.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Overview

2 minutes

Step 2

Icebreaker Pair Share

8 minutes

Step 3

Strengths Reflection

10 minutes

Step 4

Active Listening Practice

8 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-up & Goal Setting

2 minutes

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New Year, New Strength

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Icebreaker Pair Share

Strengths Reflection

Active Listening Practice

Wrap-up & Goal Setting

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New Year, New Strength

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