Slide Deck
Social Savvy Chat
Welcome students warmly. Introduce yourself and explain that today’s goal is to strengthen social skills through active listening, empathy, and respectful communication.
Session Goals
Point to the slide and read the objectives. Emphasize why these skills matter in friendships, college, and careers.
Warm-Up
Lead a 30-second breathing or stretching exercise. Encourage students to focus on the present moment and set aside distractions.
Active Listening Tips
Display the Active Listening Tips Poster as you discuss each bullet. Ask students to give an example of each tip.
Scenario Role-Play
Explain the role-play format. Remind students to use the timer and switch roles after 3 minutes. Circulate to offer guidance.
Reflection & Cool-Down
Invite volunteers to share takeaways and personal goals. Encourage brief answers to stay within time. Praise students for their participation.
Worksheet
Slide Deck
Active Listening Tips
Display this poster in the classroom to remind students of active listening strategies throughout the session.
Lesson Plan
Social Savvy Chat Lesson Plan
Students will practice active listening, empathy, and respectful communication through structured conversation and scenario-based role-plays to strengthen peer relationships.
Building these social skills helps 12th graders navigate real-world interactions, fostering collaboration, empathy, and stronger peer connections for personal and academic success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Guided Discussion
3 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Role-Play
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Cool-Down
3 minutes