Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will assess their strengths, interests, and values through a guided worksheet and career interest survey, then draft SMART academic and personal goals for post-graduation planning.
Identifying personal assets and aspirations empowers informed college and career decisions. Crafting SMART goals builds clarity, motivation, and direction as students prepare for life after high school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Icebreaker
5 minutes
Step 2
Self-Assessment Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Career Interest Survey
10 minutes
Step 4
Goal-Setting Workshop
10 minutes
Step 5
Share & Next Steps
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Future Launchpad: Session 1
Session Objectives
Icebreaker: Two Truths and a Future
Self-Assessment Activity
Career Interest Survey
SMART Goals Workshop
Share & Next Steps
Worksheet
Worksheet
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will explore different college types and career pathways through guided research using comparison templates, then collaboratively discuss findings to inform their post-graduation decisions.
Gaining clarity on college options and career fields empowers students to make informed choices, align their interests with realistic pathways, and set actionable next steps.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Research Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Recap
5 minutes
Step 2
Overview of College Types
10 minutes
Step 3
College Comparison Research
15 minutes
Step 4
Career Pathways Research & Discussion
10 minutes
Step 5
Share & Reflect
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Future Launchpad: Session 2
Session Objectives
Recap & Agenda
Overview of College Types
College Comparison Research
Career Pathways Research
Share & Reflect
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Students will brainstorm, draft, and peer-review personal statements to strengthen their college and career applications.
Effective personal statements showcase students’ unique experiences, improving their chances for admission or scholarship. Peer feedback refines clarity and impact.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Writing Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Purpose
5 minutes
Step 2
Brainstorming Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Drafting Workshop
15 minutes
Step 4
Peer Review
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Next Steps
5 minutes
