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Choice & Consequence Blueprint

Students will explore how everyday choices about substance use can influence their future by engaging in debates, reflective journaling, and a group commitment activity to foster healthy decision-making.

This lesson empowers 7th graders to recognize the ripple effects of their choices, build critical thinking around short-term vs. long-term outcomes, and strengthen personal accountability for wellbeing.

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20 minutes

Step 1

Opening & Engagement

10 minutes

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Paths We Take Presentation

15 minutes

Step 3

Debate: Short vs. Long Term Gains

20 minutes

Step 4

Journal: Future Self Letter

15 minutes

Step 5

Commitment Circle

10 minutes

Step 6

Reflection & Closing

5 minutes

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Paths We Take

Meet Alex and Jordan

Decision Point 1: After–School Plans

Decision Point 2: Weekend Study vs. Experimentation

Alex’s Path

Jordan’s Path

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Journal

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How Will Choices Define You?

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