Lesson Plan

Speak Up, Step Up Lesson Plan

Students will identify key members of their support network and practice using self-advocacy phrases to ask for help, enabling a smoother transition to middle school.

As students with IEPs move to middle school, knowing who to turn to and how to ask for accommodations builds confidence, ensures they receive necessary support, and fosters independence in their learning journey.

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Prep

Set Up Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Hook

5 minutes

Step 2

Identify Your Support

10 minutes

Step 3

Advocacy Role-Play

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Sharing

5 minutes

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Speak Up, Step Up

Why Self-Advocacy Matters

What Is a Support Network?

Map Your Support Network

Who Can Be in Your Network?

Self-Advocacy Phrases

Role-Play Scenarios

Practice Time

Reflect & Set a Goal

Wrap-Up & Next Steps

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Speak Up, Step Up

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Joanna Rodriguez

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