Sophomores 1/10

Grade: 10

Topic: New Years Pep Talk

Goal Statement: Students will examine how to learn and grow from bad experiences in life as well as focus on the good things and show gratitude towards them.

ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors Standard (s):B-SMS 6: Demonstrate ability to overcome barriers to learning. B-SMS 7: Demonstrate effective coping skills when facced with a problem.

Materials:

• Video

Procedures:

1. View Video linked below (8:28)

2. Discussion Questions (whole class or partners)

• What points stood out to you in this video?

• How did you grow this past year (academically and emotionally)?

• What went well and what was not working?

• What thresholds will you be crossing in this New Year?

• Who or what will you connect with more in the year ahead?

• What are your New Years resolutions?