Lesson Plan
Support Network Plan
Students will identify and map their personal support networks and practice asking for help through role-play, fostering confidence in outreach and community building.
By visualizing and naming their supports, seniors strengthen mental health resilience and learn clear help-seeking communication—key skills for navigating end-of-year stress and future challenges.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objective
5 minutes
Step 2
Support System Slides Presentation
10 minutes
Step 3
Network Mapping Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Asking for Help
10 minutes
Step 5
Gratitude Reflection
5 minutes
Step 6
Wrap-Up & Next Steps
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Who Holds Your Steady?
Why Support Networks Matter
What Is a Support Network?
Key Categories of Support
Examples in Each Category
Reflect Before You Map
Next Step: Network Mapping Activity

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