Erika Hapa

In this 15-minute Tier 2 small-group activity, 9th graders will collaboratively create a visual mood map that links personal triggers to corresponding emotions and healthy coping strategies. This lesson strengthens students’ analytical thinking and emotional intelligence by encouraging them to recognize patterns in their moods and practice planning constructive responses.

In small groups, students run a mental health check-in by identifying emotions on a spectrum and discussing coping strategies, promoting peer support and self-awareness among 9th graders in a 15-minute session.

A quick group activity where students identify personal calming strategies and share why they work, building a classroom toolkit for stress relief. Audience: 9th Grade, Format: Activity, Duration: 15 mins. This Tier 1 lesson fosters emotional regulation skills essential for student well-being.

A classwide brain-teaser activity where 9th grade students identify signs of stress in real-life scenarios, promoting stress literacy and group discussion. This 15-minute Tier 1 activity builds students' emotional awareness and equips them with practical skills to recognize stress signals in themselves and others.

In this energetic 15-minute Tier 2 group activity for 9th graders, students rotate through hands-on stress-buster stations, practice quick coping strategies, and rate their effectiveness. This lesson promotes mental and emotional wellness by engaging students in active, collaborative skill-building.

Build resilience by teaching growth mindset principles and strategies for positive mental health. This Tier 1, 40-minute session for 9th graders equips students to reframe challenges, affirm strengths, and share successes—empowering lifelong wellness.

This 20-minute Tier 1 health & wellness lesson introduces 9th graders to simple mindfulness exercises—breathing techniques and grounding activities—to reduce stress and boost focus. Students will learn tools they can use anytime to cultivate calm, resilience, and self-awareness.