Lesson Plan
Session 1 Plan
Students will define test anxiety, recognize personal stress triggers, and set one specific coping goal to use throughout the workshop.
Understanding test anxiety and setting a personal goal empowers students to actively manage stress, boosting confidence and performance on the state exam.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduction & Discussion
4 minutes
Step 3
Trigger Identification Activity
4 minutes
Step 4
Goal-Setting Activity
3 minutes
Step 5
Cool Down & Reflection
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Understanding Test Anxiety
What Is Test Anxiety?
How Common Is Test Anxiety?
Common Symptoms of Test Anxiety
Let’s Talk About Your Experience
Up Next: Identify Your Triggers
Worksheet
Activity
Warm Up
Cool Down
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Plan
Students will learn and practice two fast relaxation techniques—deep diaphragmatic breathing and box breathing—and apply mindfulness to quickly reduce test anxiety.
Having go-to relaxation tools helps students lower their stress in real time, improving focus and confidence during exams.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 2 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduction & Discussion
3 minutes
Step 3
Guided Breathing Practice
4 minutes
Step 4
Mindful Moment Game
3 minutes
Step 5
Quick Quiz
2 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down & Reflection
1 minute
Slide Deck
Session 2: Quick Relaxation Techniques
Deep Diaphragmatic Breathing
Box Breathing
Why Breathing Techniques Work
Mindfulness Basics
Up Next: Practice & Reflection
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