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Next Stop High School Lesson Plan

Students will identify emotional responses to ending middle school and develop practical strategies for a confident transition to high school through guided discussion and reflection.

Transition to high school can trigger anxiety and uncertainty. This lesson empowers 8th graders by validating feelings, building coping strategies, and increasing readiness for a successful next step.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Brainstorm Emotions

5 minutes

Step 3

Strategy Exploration

10 minutes

Step 4

Peer Sharing

5 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Closure

5 minutes

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Next Stop: High School!

Why We’re Here

Brainstorm Emotions

Strategy Exploration

Peer Sharing

Reflection & Closure

Keep the Momentum Going!

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Next Stop High School!

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