Welcome everyone! Today we’re launching “Stress SOS.” Briefly explain that by the end of 30 minutes, students will pinpoint what stresses them, see how it shows up in body & mind, and try out three quick relief techniques.

Read each objective aloud, then ask if anything is unclear before moving on.

Say: “Let’s kick off with a quick icebreaker. I’ll go first...” Then invite each student to name one current stressor. Capture themes on the board to show shared experiences.

Distribute the Stress Triggers Worksheet. Instruct students to list 3–5 stressors and rate them 1–5. After 5 minutes, pair students to compare lists.

Introduce the brief video: “This 90-second clip shows what stress does to your heart, brain, and emotions.” Play the video, then ask for a few reactions.

Briefly demo deep breathing (count in: 1-2-3-4 inhale, 1-2-3-4 exhale). Then have students practice in pairs, selecting one technique from the Coping Strategies Guide.

Ask students to open their Reflection Journals. Give 2 minutes to write which technique resonated most and when they’ll use it. Invite 2–3 volunteers to share takeaways.