Lesson Plan
Discover Your Strengths Blueprint
Students will identify and reflect on their personal strengths, complete an interest inventory carousel, and connect their unique skills to potential post-secondary options, culminating in a personalized next-step action plan.
Understanding their strengths and interests empowers students to make informed choices about college and careers, boosting confidence and motivation for future planning.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Self-Discovery Reflection
15 minutes
Step 3
Interest Inventory Carousel
15 minutes
Step 4
Career Matching Discussion
15 minutes
Step 5
Next Step Snapshot Cool-down
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Career Compass Presentation
Today's Journey
Why Your Strengths Matter
What Are Strengths?
Exploring Career Clusters
Mapping Strengths to Careers
Self-Discovery Reflection
Interest Inventory Carousel
Connecting Insights
Group Discussion
Plan Your Next Step
Closing & Questions
Activity
Journal
Cool Down
