Lesson Plan
Set Up and Introductions
Students will introduce themselves, co-create group norms, and define key concepts of healthy relationships through interactive icebreakers and discussions, setting a respectful foundation for upcoming sessions.
Establishing trust and shared expectations creates a safe space for honest dialogue. Defining relationship basics ensures all students use common language to discuss healthy interactions moving forward.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker Activity
5 minutes
Step 3
Establishing Group Norms
10 minutes
Step 4
Defining Healthy Relationships
5 minutes
Step 5
Relationship Bingo Game
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Set Up and Introductions
Objectives
Icebreaker & Introductions
Examples of Group Norms
Key Relationship Terms
Relationship Bingo Game Instructions
Worksheet
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will introduce themselves, co-create group norms, and define key healthy relationship terms through interactive icebreakers and a bingo game.
Building trust and a shared understanding of relationship basics creates a safe space for open dialogue throughout the series.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker Activity
5 minutes
Step 3
Establishing Group Norms
10 minutes
Step 4
Defining Healthy Relationship Terms
5 minutes
Step 5
Relationship Bingo Game
5 minutes
Game
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will practice communication skills by engaging in active listening, using “I”-statements, and interpreting nonverbal cues through interactive exercises and role-play.
Effective communication builds understanding, trust, and respect—core elements of any healthy relationship.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Communication Starters
5 minutes
Step 3
Active Listening Main Activity
8 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play Practice
7 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Wrap-Up
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 2: Communication Skills
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Communication Starters
Active Listening Tips
Role-Play Practice Instructions
Reflection & Wrap-Up
Worksheet
Activity
Game
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Students will define personal, physical, emotional, and digital boundaries; recognize their importance; and practice assertively saying “no” using “I” statements.
Clear boundaries protect wellbeing, foster mutual respect, and empower students to communicate limits effectively in all relationship types.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Boundary Reflection
5 minutes
Step 3
Defining Boundary Types
8 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play: Assertive Boundary Setting
7 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Wrap-Up
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 3: Boundary Setting
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Boundary Reflection
Boundary Types
Role-Play Instructions
Reflection & Wrap-Up
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Game
Slide Deck
Session 4: Empathy & Active Support
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Empathy Moment
Defining Empathy
Empathy Definition Activity
Active Support Role-Play
Reflection & Wrap-Up
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 4 Lesson Plan
Students will define empathy, distinguish sympathy and compassion, practice perspective-taking, and apply active support strategies through paired sharing, video reflection, and role-play.
Empathy fosters understanding and trust, equipping students to support peers effectively and build caring relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
2 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Empathy Moment
5 minutes
Step 3
Defining Empathy
5 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
4 minutes
Step 5
Empathy Definition Activity
8 minutes
Step 6
Active Support Role-Play
5 minutes
Step 7
Reflection & Wrap-Up
1 minute
Lesson Plan
Session 5 Lesson Plan
Students will learn strategies to resolve conflicts respectfully by practicing active listening, “I” statements, and collaborative problem-solving through discussions, role-plays, and reflection.
Equipping students with conflict resolution skills promotes trust, reduces misunderstanding, and strengthens relationships in all contexts.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Conflict Snapshot
5 minutes
Step 3
Conflict Resolution Strategies
7 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Definitions Activity
5 minutes
Step 6
Role-Play Practice
4 minutes
Step 7
Reflection & Bingo
1 minute
Slide Deck
Session 5: Conflict Resolution Skills
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Conflict Snapshot
Key Conflict Resolution Strategies
Conflict Resolution Definitions Activity
Role-Play Practice
Reflection & Wrap-Up
Lesson Plan
Session 6 Lesson Plan
Students will define consent and digital boundaries, recognize and practice respectful consent in both in-person and online contexts through discussion, video reflection, activities, and role-play.
Understanding consent and digital boundaries empowers students to respect personal autonomy, protect privacy, and foster safe, respectful relationships both offline and online.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Consent Reflection
5 minutes
Step 3
Defining Consent & Digital Boundaries
5 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Consent Definition Activity
5 minutes
Step 6
Digital Consent Role-Play
5 minutes
Step 7
Reflection & Bingo
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 6: Consent & Digital Boundaries
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Consent Reflection
Key Terms & Definitions
Consent Definition Activity
Digital Consent Role-Play
Reflection & Bingo
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Game
Lesson Plan
Session 7 Lesson Plan
Students will identify and define key qualities of healthy friendships, practice building trust, and engage in supportive behaviors through collaborative matching activities and role-play.
Maintaining healthy friendships promotes emotional support, belonging, and resilience. This session equips students with strategies to nurture and sustain peer relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Friendship Reflection
5 minutes
Step 3
Friendship Qualities Matching
8 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play: Trust-Building Scenarios
7 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Bingo
2 minutes
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 8 Lesson Plan
Students will identify healthy dating habits, recognize red flags in romantic relationships, and practice communicating needs assertively through interactive discussions and role-play.
Understanding romantic relationship dynamics helps students build respectful connections, spot warning signs early, and express their needs clearly to foster safe, supportive partnerships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Dating Reflections
5 minutes
Step 3
Defining Healthy vs Unhealthy Dynamics
8 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play: Communicating Needs
7 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Bingo
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 8: Healthy Dating Habits & Red Flags
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Dating Reflections
Healthy Habits & Red Flags
Role-Play: Communicating Needs
Reflection & Bingo
Worksheet
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 9 Lesson Plan
Students will understand social media etiquette, map their digital footprints, and practice resolving online conflicts respectfully through interactive activities and reflection.
Digital relationships and online presence shape personal and professional reputations. Learning etiquette, footprint awareness, and conflict-resolution skills empowers students to engage safely and positively in digital spaces.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Recap
3 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Digital Reflections
5 minutes
Step 3
Mapping Your Digital Footprint
8 minutes
Step 4
Video & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play: Online Etiquette Scenarios
7 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Bingo
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 9: Digital Footprint & Etiquette
Objectives & Agenda
Icebreaker: Digital Reflections
Mapping Your Digital Footprint
Role-Play: Online Etiquette Scenarios
Reflection & Bingo
Worksheet
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 10 Lesson Plan
Students will review core relationship skills, reflect on their personal growth, and create a roadmap for applying these skills beyond the course.
A final session helps consolidate learning, celebrate progress, and empower students to set actionable goals for healthy relationships in their daily lives.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Room
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Opening
3 minutes
Step 2
Course Highlights
5 minutes
Step 3
Individual Reflection
7 minutes
Step 4
Relationship Roadmap Activity
7 minutes
Step 5
Certificates & Celebration
5 minutes
Step 6
Closing Circle
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 10: Course Wrap-Up & Next Steps
Course Highlights
Individual Reflection
Relationship Roadmap Activity
Certificates & Celebration
Closing Circle
Worksheet
Activity
