What's Your Crew? Script

Introduction & Hook (3 minutes)

(Teacher): "Good morning, everyone! Let's start with a quick thought. Imagine you're facing a tricky situation – maybe you're feeling stressed about a test, having a tough time with a friend, or just trying to figure out your next steps after high school. Who do you usually turn to for support or advice? You don't have to share out loud, just think about it for a moment.

Today, we're going to talk about a really cool resource right here at Warren Township High School that's all about support: our student support groups! These aren't just for when things go wrong; they're fantastic opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with other students who might be experiencing similar things or have similar interests."

(Transition to What's Your Crew? Slide Deck - Slide 1: "What's Your Crew?")

Why Support Groups? (Slide 2) (2 minutes)

(Teacher): "So, what exactly are support groups? Think of them as safe, confidential spaces where you can explore challenges, learn new skills, and connect with your peers. They're designed to help you feel understood, build confidence, and give you tools to navigate all sorts of situations, both in school and out."

(Transition to What's Your Crew? Slide Deck - Slide 2: "Why Support Groups?")

Our Support Crew: Part 1 (Slide 3) (2 minutes)

(Teacher): "Warren Township High School is proud to offer a variety of 'Tier 1' support groups. 'Tier 1' just means these groups are available to all students. Let's look at some of them. First up, we have:

• Personal Boundaries & Anger Management: Ever felt like you give too much, or struggle to keep your cool? This group helps you set healthy limits and manage strong emotions in a positive way.
• Cultural Awareness & Inclusion (EL): This group is a wonderful space to explore different cultures, understand diverse perspectives, and help build an even more welcoming school community.
• Goal-Setting for Boys: For our male students, this group focuses on developing clear goals and effective strategies to achieve success, whatever that looks like for you.
• Empower (Girl's Group): This is a supportive space specifically for girls to connect, share experiences, and empower each other to reach their full potential."

(Transition to What's Your Crew? Slide Deck - Slide 3: "Our Support Crew: Part 1")

Our Support Crew: Part 2 (Slide 4) (2 minutes)

(Teacher): "Let's keep going with more of our fantastic groups:

• Elevate: This group is all about personal growth and helping you 'elevate' yourself to be the best version of you.
• Transfer/New Student: If you're new to Warren, this group provides a supportive environment to help you adjust, make friends, and feel at home here.
• Stress & Anxiety Management Strategies (SAMS): We all feel stressed sometimes. SAMS teaches you practical, real-world tools and techniques to manage stress and anxiety effectively.
• Latinas Unidas: This group creates a strong community for our Latina students to connect, support each other, and celebrate their heritage."

(Transition to What's Your Crew? Slide Deck - Slide 4: "Our Support Crew: Part 2")

Our Support Crew: Part 3 (Slide 5) (2 minutes)

(Teacher): "And there are even more options to find the support you need:

• Conflict Resolution: Disagreements are a part of life. This group helps you develop strong communication skills to resolve conflicts peacefully and respectfully.
• Boosting Attendance & Student Engagement (BASE): If you find yourself struggling with school motivation or attendance, BASE offers strategies to help you re-engage and succeed.
• Mindfulness: Learn techniques to stay present, reduce stress, and improve your focus. It's about being aware of the moment.
• Self-Regulation: This group helps you understand and manage your own thoughts, feelings, and actions more effectively.
• Study Skills & Executive Functioning: Ever wish you knew better ways to study, organize, or plan your tasks? This group can help you improve those essential skills.
• Decision Making: Learn how to make informed and thoughtful choices that align with your goals and values.
• Grief Share: For any student experiencing loss, this group offers a compassionate and understanding space to process grief and find healing."

(Transition to What's Your Crew? Slide Deck - Slide 5: "Our Support Crew: Part 3")

Support Group Exploration (Worksheet & Discussion) (3 minutes)

(Teacher): "Now, I'm going to hand out a quick worksheet called the Support Group Exploration Worksheet. Please take a moment to look over the groups listed and think about which ones might interest you, or perhaps a friend you know. There's no right or wrong answer, just an opportunity to see what's available.

(Distribute Support Group Exploration Worksheet. Give students 1-2 minutes to silently read and mark groups of interest.)

(Teacher): "Alright, let's briefly discuss. Based on what we've reviewed, what's one thing you found interesting about these groups? Or, without sharing personal details, can anyone share how knowing about these resources might be helpful for themselves or others? Remember, these are confidential spaces, and learning more is easy. You can always talk to your school counselor, a trusted teacher, or check the school website for more details.

(Allow for 1-2 student responses if time permits, then collect worksheets.)

(Teacher): "Thank you all for listening and thinking about these important resources today. Don't forget, there's a whole crew here to support you at Warren Township High School!"

Support Group Exploration: Find Your Crew!

Name: _____________________________

Date: _____________________________

Warren Township High School offers many support groups to help students learn, grow, and connect. Read through the list of groups below. For each group, briefly note what it focuses on and then check the box if it sounds interesting or potentially helpful to you (or someone you know).

Warren Township High School Tier 1 Support Groups

1. Personal Boundaries & Anger Management

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

2. Cultural Awareness & Inclusion (EL)

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

3. Goal-Setting for Boys

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

4. Empower (Girl's Group)

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

5. Elevate

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

6. Transfer/New Student

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

7. Stress & Anxiety Management Strategies (SAMS)

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

8. Latinas Unidas

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

9. Conflict Resolution

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

10. Boosting Attendance & Student Engagement (BASE)

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

11. Mindfulness

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

12. Self-Regulation

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

13. Study Skills & Executive Functioning

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

14. Decision Making

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

15. Grief Share

What it focuses on:

Sounds interesting/helpful: [ ] Yes

Reflection

1. What is one reason why a student might benefit from joining a support group?
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. How can you find out more information about these groups or how to join?