Lesson Plan

Peer Support Circles Lesson Plan

Students will engage in peer-led support circles to share personal challenges and build effective communication skills in a safe and structured setting.

This lesson is important because it fosters empathy, resilience, and a supportive community among students, while equipping them with vital communication skills.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Lesson Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Ground Rules

10 minutes

Step 2

Guided Discussion

35 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Debrief

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Peer Support Circles

Introduce the session with an overview of the Peer Support Circles. Explain to the students the purpose of the activity and set the tone for open, respectful dialogue.

Lesson Objectives

Discuss the lesson objectives to ensure that students understand what they will be learning and why it is important.

Ground Rules

Explain the importance of setting ground rules before beginning the peer-led discussion. Remind students to listen actively and maintain confidentiality.

Discussion Guidelines

Outline how the discussion will be organized. This slide provides students with an overview of the guided discussion process.

Reflection and Debrief

Guide the reflection phase: ask open-ended questions for students to reflect on what they have learned and how it applies to everyday life.

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Discussion

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Peer Support Circles

Ciara McNearly

Tier 1
For Districts