Lesson Plan

Stand Up, Speak Out Lesson Plan

Introduce school-wide bullying prevention through a concise 5-minute announcement focusing on empathy, respect, and bystander intervention. Students will learn what bullying is, why standing up matters, and how to speak out to foster a safer, kinder school community.

School-wide morning announcements unite all students around an important topic and set a positive tone for the day. This brief lesson builds empathy, encourages safe bystander action, and promotes respect, empowering everyone to help maintain a bully-free environment.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Announcement

10 minutes

Step 1

Setup

1 minute

Step 2

Deliver Main Message

3 minutes

Step 3

Call to Action

1 minute

Slide Deck

Stand Up, Speak Out!

Greet students enthusiastically. “Good morning, everyone! Today we’re talking about how each of us can help stop bullying and make our school a kinder place.”

What Is Bullying?

Define bullying clearly with simple age-appropriate examples. “Bullying is when someone repeatedly hurts or scares another person on purpose.”

The Power of Empathy

Explain empathy. Encourage students to imagine how others feel. “When we pause and ask ‘How would I feel?’ we’re using empathy.”

Be a Bystander Hero

Introduce the three bystander steps. Offer quick examples for each. “Even one person speaking up can stop bullying.”

Your Call to Action

Wrap up with a clear call to action and positive charge. “Let’s work together to keep everyone safe and respected.”