Lesson Plan
Finish Strong Lesson Plan
Students will reflect on their 8th-grade achievements, set SMART end-of-year goals, and establish peer support commitments to finish the school year strong.
This lesson empowers transitioning 8th graders to recognize accomplishments, stay motivated, and collaboratively overcome end-of-year challenges, boosting confidence as they move to high school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
End-of-Year Reflection
10 minutes
Step 3
Goal-Setting Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Peer Support & Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Finish Strong
Warm-Up: Celebrate Your Wins
End-of-Year Reflection
Setting SMART Goals
Peer Support Commitments
Closing & Next Steps
Worksheet
Worksheet
Worksheet
