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Taming the School Jitters Plan

Help 9th-grade students identify their anxiety triggers and learn personalized strategies to manage school jitters effectively.

Managing anxiety is crucial for academic performance and overall well-being, enabling students to remain focused, calm, and capable of handling stress.

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Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Personal Reflection Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Strategy Sharing and Wrap-Up

15 minutes

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Taming the School Jitters

Introduce the session by explaining the importance of managing anxiety at school. Emphasize that the goal is to help each student identify their personal anxiety triggers and explore strategies to cope with them.

Understanding School Anxiety

Discuss common sources of anxiety among students. Encourage students to reflect on their own experiences and share if comfortable.

Identify Your Triggers

Guide the students on how to use the Personal Coping Strategies Worksheet. Remind them that this activity is for self-reflection and personal growth.

Discover Your Coping Strategies

Introduce various coping strategies and encourage students to think about which ones work best for them. Share brief examples if needed.

Wrap-Up & Affirmations

Summarize the session, reinforcing that managing anxiety is a journey. Encourage ongoing use of the coping strategies and the worksheet.

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Lesson Plan

Taming the School Jitters Lesson Plan

Help 9th-grade students identify anxiety triggers and learn personalized coping strategies to manage their school jitters.

Managing anxiety is crucial for overall well-being, reducing stress, and boosting academic performance in challenging school environments.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Personal Reflection Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Strategy Sharing and Wrap-Up

15 minutes

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Worksheet

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