Students will understand the purpose and confidentiality of a voluntary wellness survey and successfully complete it within 30 minutes.
This lesson is crucial for giving students a voice in mental health research, providing opportunities for school-based behavioral health support, and offering incentives for participation, contributing to a supportive school environment.
Audience
High School Students
Time
30 minutes
Approach
Through discussion and direct instruction, students will learn about and complete a wellness survey.
Purpose: Discuss why the school conducts such surveys (to gather data, identify trends, improve support services).
Confidentiality: Clearly explain what confidentiality means in the context of this survey. Emphasize that individual responses will not be shared with teachers, parents, or other students. Explain how data is aggregated and used anonymously. Address any student concerns or questions about privacy directly.
Step 4
Completing the Survey (5 minutes)
5 minutes
Provide the link or QR code for the survey.
Instruct students to begin the survey, reminding them to read questions carefully.
Reiterate that it is voluntary and they can skip any questions they don't wish to answer.
Circulate to offer technical assistance if needed.
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Next Steps (5 minutes)
5 minutes
Allow students to continue working on the survey if they need more time (this can extend beyond the 30-minute lesson, but provide instructions for completion).
Briefly recap the importance of their input.
Thank students for their participation.
Remind them of any behavioral health support resources available at school, regardless of survey participation.
Slide Deck
Your Voice, Our School
What does 'wellness' mean to you? How do you know when you're doing well, or when you might need support?
Welcome students and display the warm-up question. Give them a minute to think or chat with a neighbor. This slide sets a reflective tone before introducing the main topic.
A Survey for YOU
Your school cares about your well-being. This survey is a chance for you to:
Share your honest thoughts and experiences.
Help shape the support and resources available at school.
Make your voice heard on important topics like mental health and school climate.
Introduce the idea of a wellness survey. Explain that it's a chance for them to speak up about their experiences and help the school understand what students need. Connect it to behavioral health support and how their input helps shape resources.
Why Does This Matter?
This survey helps our school:
Understand the overall well-being of our student body.
Identify areas where more support or resources might be needed.
Improve existing programs for mental health, social-emotional learning, and academic success.
Create a school environment where every student feels supported.
Elaborate on the 'why.' Discuss how aggregated, anonymous data helps identify trends, allocate resources effectively, and make the school a more supportive place for everyone. Reinforce that this isn't about individual grading or judgment.
Your Privacy Matters: Confidentiality
We understand that sharing personal thoughts can be sensitive. Here's how your privacy is protected:
Voluntary: You choose to participate.
Anonymous: Your name will NOT be connected to your answers.
Group Data: Only overall results (e.g., "60% of students feel...") are shared, never individual responses.
Secure: Your responses are kept safe and used only for the purpose of improving school support.
You can skip: You can skip any question you don't want to answer.
This is a critical slide. Clearly explain what 'confidentiality' means in this context. Use examples of how data is protected (no names attached to responses, only group data shared). Address common student fears about privacy. Emphasize that individual responses are not shared with teachers, parents, or other students.
Time to Make Your Voice Heard!
Ready to complete the Voluntary Wellness Survey?
Access the survey:
[Survey Link Here]
Or scan the QR code
Read carefully: Take your time with each question.
Be honest: Your genuine feedback is the most helpful.
Remember: It's voluntary, and your responses are confidential. You can skip questions you prefer not to answer.
We appreciate your participation!
Provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to access and complete the survey. Display the link or QR code prominently. Offer help for technical issues and remind them it's okay to take their time.
Thank You & Support
Thank you for taking the time to complete the Wellness Survey!
Your input is incredibly valuable and helps us create a better, more supportive school for everyone.
Remember, if you ever need to talk or need support, please reach out to:
School Counselor
School Social Worker
Trusted Teacher or Staff Member
Conclude by thanking students for their time and valuable input. Reiterate that resources are available for them even outside the survey. Open the floor for any final questions.
