Lesson Plan
Orientation to High School
Guide incoming 9th graders through an engaging 30-minute orientation, blending icebreakers, a High School Bingo scavenger hunt, key resource highlights, and SMART goal-setting to build confidence and connections.
Adds interactive, social elements to help students learn the campus, support services, and each other—boosting engagement and easing transition.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Icebreaker
5 minutes
Step 2
High School Bingo Scavenger Hunt
7 minutes
Step 3
High School Resources Overview
6 minutes
Step 4
Goal-Setting Activity
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Q&A
4 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome to High School Launchpad
Warm-Up Icebreaker
Daily Routines & Schedule
Campus Layout & Navigation
Support Services
Your High School Resource Guide
Introduction to SMART Goals
Goal-Setting Activity
Reflection & Q&A
Let’s Thrive Together!
Worksheet
Reading
Game
