Lesson Plan

Mental MVPs Lesson Plan

Students will analyze real-life scenarios to understand athletes’ mental health challenges and practice supportive strategies through discussion and reflection.

Athletes face pressure and stigma around mental health. This lesson builds empathy, resilience, and equips students with practical tools to support peers’ emotional well-being.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Scenario Activity

5 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion

4 minutes

Step 4

Reflection

3 minutes

Step 5

Conclusion

1 minute

Slide Deck

Mental MVPs

Welcome students and introduce the activity. Emphasize that mental health is as important as physical health in sports and everyday life.

Why Mental Health Matters for Athletes

Briefly define mental health and why athletes face unique pressures. Point to the [Mental Health Fact Sheet](#mental-mvps-factsheet) for more details.

Key Statistics

Highlight the most impactful statistics. Invite a student to read one aloud.

Scenario Activity

Explain the group activity step by step. Remind students to take concise notes for sharing.

Group Discussion

Guide students to share insights. Keep discussion focused and respectful.

Reflection

Distribute the worksheet and set expectations for reflection time.

Conclusion & Resources

Wrap up the session by reinforcing resources and encouraging ongoing support.

Lesson Plan

Mental MVPs Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Scenario Activity

Step 3

Group Discussion

Step 4

Reflection

Step 5

Conclusion

Slide Deck

Mental MVPs

Why Mental Health Matters for Athletes

Key Statistics

Scenario Activity

Group Discussion

Reflection

Conclusion & Resources

Reading

Reading

Worksheet

Mental MVPs

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