Lesson Plan
Safety First Prep Lesson Plan
In this asynchronous 15-minute session, students will complete a safety pretest, review key emergency response protocols via interactive slides, and reflect on their learning to build confidence and readiness for the upcoming safety lesson.
This prep lesson helps students assess their current understanding of emergency procedures, reinforce critical protocols, and prompt reflection, ensuring they arrive prepared and engaged for the full safety instruction.
Audience
9th Grade
Time
15 minutes (asynchronous)
Approach
Self-paced pretest, slide review, and reflection.
Materials
- Safety Pre-Test Form, - Emergency Protocol Interactive Review Slides, - Personal Safety Reflection Journal, and - Device with Internet Access
Prep
Review Lesson Materials
5 minutes
- Review the Safety Pre-Test Form to understand question format and content.
- Preview the Emergency Protocol Interactive Review Slides to ensure all interactive elements function.
- Familiarize yourself with the prompts in the Personal Safety Reflection Journal.
- Confirm that all links open correctly on student devices.
Step 1
Complete Safety Pretest
5 minutes
- Click the link to open the Safety Pre-Test Form.
- Answer each question honestly to gauge your current knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Submit the form to record your responses automatically.
Step 2
Interactive Protocol Review
7 minutes
- Open the Emergency Protocol Interactive Review Slides.
- Navigate through each slide, reading guidelines for evacuation, lockdown, and shelter protocols.
- Respond to embedded questions and hotspots to reinforce your understanding.
- Note any steps that feel unclear or that you’d like to discuss later.
Step 3
Reflective Journaling
3 minutes
- Access the Personal Safety Reflection Journal.
- Answer the following prompts:
- What new protocol detail stood out to you?
- Which emergency response step do you feel most confident about?
- What questions do you have before our full safety lesson?
- Submit your journal entry online to share your reflections.
Slide Deck
Emergency Protocol Interactive Review
Welcome!
In this self-paced review, you’ll explore three emergency protocols:
• Evacuation
• Hold/Secure/Shelter
• Lockdown
Click each section hotspot to dive into details and answer questions as you go.
Welcome students to the asynchronous Emergency Protocol Interactive Review. Explain that they will explore three key response protocols—Evacuation, Hold/Secure/Shelter, and Lockdown—by clicking on on-screen hotspots and answering embedded questions. Let them know to pause if they need more time and to note any questions for the full lesson.
Evacuation Protocol
Hotspot ▶️ Details
• Stay calm
• Follow adult directions
• Quickly & quietly exit the building
• RUN when directed
Hotspot 🎯 Question:
Why is it important to move quickly but quietly during an evacuation?
Type your answer in the text box.
Guide students through the evacuation steps. Encourage them to consider why silence and speed are both critical.
Hold / Secure / Shelter
Hotspot ▶️ Details
• Immediately return to your classroom
• Remain inside until all-clear
• Close and lock doors & windows
Hotspot 🎯 Question:
What steps would you take if you heard a “secure” announcement?
Write your response below.
Explain the difference between a hold, secure, and shelter. Ask students to think of examples where each might occur.
Lockdown – HIDE!
Hotspot ▶️ Details
• Go to nearest adult or classroom
• Be completely silent (no devices)
• Lock & block doors, close blinds, turn off lights
• Stay out of sight until help arrives
Hotspot 🎯 Question:
List two actions you can take to remain unnoticed during a lockdown.
Emphasize the importance of total silence and concealment during lockdown. Encourage vivid visualization.
Reflect & Prepare
Now that you’ve reviewed each protocol, reflect:
- Which step was most clear? Why?
- Which step needs more explanation?
- What questions do you have?
After answering, open your Personal Safety Reflection Journal to record your responses.
Remind students to jot down any parts they found unclear and prepare questions for the full lesson. Direct them to the reflection journal afterward.
Summary: Plan • Prepare • Practice
Remember:
- Plan: Know what to do before an emergency.
- Prepare: Review and practice steps regularly.
- Practice: Drill routines so you react confidently.
You’re now ready for our full Safety Lesson—great work!
Wrap up by reinforcing the Plan–Prepare–Practice cycle. Encourage students to carry these protocols forward.
Worksheet
Safety Pre-Test Form
Please sign in to continue and answer honestly. This form helps us understand what you already know about emergency protocols.
Name: ___________________________
Grade (select one):
- 9th Grade
- 10th Grade
- 11th Grade
- 12th Grade
- What is the first step you should take if you hear an evacuation alarm?
a) Run as fast as possible
b) Stay calm and follow adult directions
c) Hide immediately under your desk
d) Lock all doors and turn off lights - During a lockdown, why is it important to remain completely silent?
- Which protocol involves returning to your classroom and securing doors and windows until you receive an all-clear?
a) Evacuation
b) Hold/Secure/Shelter
c) Lockdown
d) Fire Drill - List two practices you should use in the “Plan • Prepare • Practice” cycle to ensure you respond effectively in an emergency.
- Describe one action you would take during a shelter-in-place (hold/secure/shelter) announcement.
- What question do you have about any of the emergency response protocols we’ve discussed?
Journal
Personal Safety Reflection Journal
Thank you for completing the interactive review and pre-test. Use this journal to deepen your understanding, reflect on your confidence, and ask questions before our full safety lesson.
1. New Insights
What new protocol detail stood out to you during the Emergency Protocol Interactive Review?
2. Confidence Check
Which emergency response step (Evacuation, Hold/Secure/Shelter, or Lockdown) do you feel most confident executing? Explain why.
3. Learning Goals
After completing the Safety Pre-Test Form, identify one area where you’d like to improve your understanding or skills.
4. Leadership Scenario
Imagine you are leading your classmates during an evacuation. What clear instructions would you give, and how would you help everyone stay calm and safe?
5. Creative Reminder
Draw or describe a symbol (word, phrase, or picture) that reminds you of “Plan, Prepare, Practice.” How does this symbol help you remember each step?
6. Outstanding Questions
What questions do you still have about evacuation, lockdown, or shelter protocols?
7. Beyond the Classroom
How could you and your friends practice these emergency protocols at home or in other places to build confidence and readiness?
When you’ve finished, submit your completed journal entry online to share your reflections and questions. We’ll use your input to guide our full Safety Lesson discussion.