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Stress Management

Stress Management

Discover a curated collection of free resources dedicated to stress management for school staff. This page offers practical tools, activities, and real-world strategies to promote well-being, resilience, and positive school climate. Educators, students, and parents will gain actionable insights and proven techniques to manage stress, fostering a healthier and more supportive learning environment.

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Stress Management & Self-Care Workshop

This lesson plan is designed to equip high school teachers with effective stress management and self-care techniques. Through a combination of video content, collaborative activities, and guided discussions, teachers will explore practical coping strategies to enhance their well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to manage stress effectively, fostering a healthier teaching environment and promoting personal resilience.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

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NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Self-Care Strategies for Educators

This lesson focuses on equipping high school teachers with practical self-care strategies to prevent burnout and maintain well-being. By engaging in collaborative and game-based activities, teachers will explore various self-care techniques and reflect on their personal practices. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to manage stress effectively, ensuring they can support their students while maintaining their own health.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

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NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Mapping Your Stressors and Supporters

In this interactive session, students will create a visual map of their biggest stressors and their sources of support. This exercise encourages reflection and allows them to recognize the people and activities that can help them manage stress, fostering a sense of connectivity and self-awareness. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional intelligence and resilience by understanding their personal stressors and support systems.

Tier 1
2/25
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Loren Baccari

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MA Counselor

Stress-Busters Toolkit

In this 30-minute Tier 1 classroom lesson for 6th graders, students will explore and practice effective coping skills to manage everyday stress. This lesson helps students build resilience and emotional awareness through interactive activities and reflection.

Tier 1
5/28
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whitwella

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TX School Administrator

Resilience Toolkit

This individualized support guide equips a 7th grade student with personalized coping strategies and crisis response steps to build resilience and emotional regulation. Through targeted coaching and self-reflection activities in one 20-minute session, the student will develop a practical toolkit for managing stress and anxiety

Tier 3
5/19
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Allison Thibodaux-Wing

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CA Psychologist

Cheerful Minds: Stress-Busting Strategies for High School Cheerleaders

This lesson is designed to help high school cheerleaders manage stress effectively through engaging activities and practical strategies. By focusing on stress reduction, the lesson aims to enhance their performance, well-being, and team dynamics. The session will last 30 minutes and is tailored for a small group setting, ensuring personalized attention and support.

Tier 2
3/4
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Olivia Barbosa

S

MA Social Worker

Emotional Well-Being Bingo

Targeted at Grades 3-8, this interactive lesson helps students recognize positive behaviors and habits that improve mood and foster connection. Using a bingo format, students participate in fun activities that promote kindness, self-care, and peer appreciation, leading to a more supportive classroom environment. Ideal for a 45-minute session to boost classroom well-being and relationships.

Tier 1
5/19
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todonnell

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MA Counselor

Emotional First Aid: Coping Strategies for Tough Times

Equip students with emotional coping skills for when they encounter personal challenges. They will learn practical strategies for immediate emotional support, fostering resilience and a positive mental health framework.

Tier 1
3/4

p adams

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NC Social Worker

Emotional Wellbeing Survey

In this lesson, students will learn about emotional wellbeing through discussions and activities that promote positive mental health. They will complete a survey to reflect on their own feelings and coping strategies. This lesson helps students develop self-awareness and emotional literacy, which are crucial for their overall mental health.

Tier 1
2/25

Diana Rodriguez

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TX Counselor

Self-Care Strategies for Teachers

This lesson aims to equip high school teachers with practical self-care strategies to prevent burnout. By engaging in active, collaborative, and game-based learning activities, teachers will explore various self-care techniques and reflect on their personal well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to maintain their mental health, ensuring they can continue to provide quality education to their students.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

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NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Stress Management Toolkit

In this lesson, students will create a personalized stress management toolkit that includes quick exercises, affirmations, and strategies to use in moments of anxiety or overwhelm. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to manage stress, promoting long-term coping skills and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Maegen Curley

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VT Instructor

Stress Less: Building a Personal Coping Toolkit

In this lesson, students will explore their personal triggers for anxiety and learn to build a personalized toolkit of coping strategies. Through creative exercises, they will customize these tools to better manage stress. This lesson is important as it empowers students with practical skills to handle stress, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Emma Gebhard

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MA Social Worker, Counselor

Stress-Busters Toolkit

In this interactive 30-minute lesson, 7th graders will explore practical coping skills to manage stress and strong emotions. Through engaging activities and reflection, students will build a personalized toolkit of strategies, boosting resilience and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
Today

QA Individual

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NY Counselor

Coping Skills Superheroes: Building Resilience Together

In this engaging 30-minute session for 6th and 7th graders, students will explore and develop healthy coping skills through interactive activities and discussions. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to handle stress and emotions effectively, fostering resilience and emotional well-being. The session includes a lesson plan, worksheet, discussion, activity, and game, all designed to support small groups needing extra help in managing emotions.

Tier 2
3/28
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Michael Warren (Counselor)

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AZ Counselor

Stress Buster Toolkit

In this lesson, students will create a personalized toolkit of activities and strategies to manage stress effectively. The lesson includes crafting and reflective journaling, allowing students to explore different methods of stress relief and identify what works best for them. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to handle stress, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Lily Reed

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MA Instructor

Stress Management Toolkit: Building Inner Calm

Guide your grades 9 and 11 students in identifying stressors and developing personalized strategies to manage stress. This lesson includes mindfulness exercises and stress-reducing techniques to help students cultivate resilience and maintain their wellbeing during demanding periods.

Tier 1
3/28

Crystal Sullivan

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NY Social Worker

Safe Space Map

In this Tier 1 lesson for 5th graders, students will identify personal coping strategies and safe zones in their classroom using guided discussions and creative activities. Over one 30-minute session, learners will develop emotional self-awareness, map their “safe spaces,” and practice quick check-ins and closure rituals to support grief and loss coping skills.

Tier 1
5/14
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Allysa Adams

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MN Social Worker

Coping Strategies Toolkit

In this lesson, students will learn about various coping strategies that they can use to manage stress and emotions. They will engage in a discussion, complete a worksheet to practice identifying and applying coping strategies, and finish with an exit ticket to reinforce learning and self-reflection. Understanding and utilizing effective coping strategies are essential for students' emotional well-being and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Judith Ross

S

MA Counselor

Navigating Stress: The Stress Wheel Activity

In this lesson, students will engage in a hands-on activity to create a 'Stress Wheel,' which will help them identify personal stressors and explore effective coping mechanisms. This lesson is important as it encourages discussion and reflection, equipping students with strategies to manage stress effectively, which is crucial for their mental health and well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Brady Katherine Lozier

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VT Counselor

Navigating Stress: The Stress Wheel Activity

In this lesson, students will engage in a hands-on activity to create a 'Stress Wheel,' which helps them identify personal stressors and explore coping mechanisms. This activity encourages discussion and reflection, equipping students with strategies to manage stress effectively. Understanding stressors and developing coping strategies are crucial skills for middle school students as they navigate academic and social challenges.

Tier 1
2/25
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Sara Forward

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VT Instructor

Self-Care Superheroes: Empowering Fifth Graders to Prioritize Well-being

This two-session lesson for 5th graders focuses on the importance of self-care, teaching students how to prioritize their well-being through engaging activities and discussions. By understanding and practicing self-care, students will develop skills to manage stress and enhance their overall health, which is crucial for their academic and personal success.

Tier 1
3/31
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Matthew Sitors

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NY General Education Teacher

Self-Care Superheroes: Empowering Fifth Graders to Prioritize Well-being

This two-session lesson for 5th graders focuses on the importance of self-care, teaching students how to prioritize their well-being through engaging activities and discussions. By understanding and practicing self-care, students will develop skills to manage stress and enhance their overall health, which is crucial for their academic and personal success.

Tier 1
3/26
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Kristin Barnes

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NY General Education Teacher

Stress Management Toolbox

In this lesson, students will explore various stress-relief techniques and build a personalized stress management toolkit. This hands-on activity empowers students to identify and practice strategies that work best for their individual needs, promoting lifelong skills in managing stress effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Christine Weeden

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MA Health & Fitness

Mindful Moments

Short, recurring small-group mindfulness sessions designed to reduce stress and build positive connections among staff. This Tier 2 lesson supports grade-level teams with a 20-minute format, perfect for ongoing group well-being and stress relief.

Tier 2
5/23
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Margaret Olson

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NH Counselor

Quick Stress Busters

This lesson introduces 8th graders to simple self-care and stress management techniques. It is designed to provide students with quick and effective strategies to manage stress, which is crucial for their mental well-being and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25

Deidra Winn

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TX Instructor

Coping Mechanisms for Stressful Times

This lesson aims to equip students with practical tools to manage stress, promote emotional well-being, and enhance resilience. It combines mindfulness techniques with creative expression, making it ideal for high schoolers facing the pressures of exams and deadlines.

Tier 1
5/19
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dcelona

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MA Counselor

Stress Busters

In this 15-minute lesson, 8th graders will explore quick stress-management and self-care strategies they can use every day. This engaging session helps students recognize stress signals, practice breathing techniques, and select personalized self-care activities to boost well-being.

Tier 1
5/27

Deidra Winn

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TX Instructor

Stress Less Form

In this 15-minute one-on-one session, fifth graders will learn how to request support from the school counselor by completing a simple, student-friendly request form. This lesson empowers students to express their feelings and needs, ensuring they know how to access help when they need it (Tier 3 – Individual Support).

Tier 3
5/22
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Emory Read

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VA Counselor

Stress Management Toolbox

Equip students with a personalized set of stress management techniques by recognizing stressors, experimenting with coping strategies, and developing a customized toolbox for challenging situations. Tailored for high school students in a single 60-minute session.

Tier 1
5/12
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ASoulios

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MA Social Worker

Stress SOS

In this engaging one-session lesson, 10th graders will explore stress—its causes, effects, and practical coping strategies—to build resilience and promote mental well-being. Students will learn real-life applications of stress management, practice mindfulness, and reflect on personal stressors. This foundational Tier 1 lesson sets the stage for healthier habits and stronger self-awareness.

Tier 1
5/13
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Taylor Smith

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WA General Education Teacher

Stress Management Strategies

This lesson helps students identify stressors and develop coping mechanisms through scenario-based discussions. It's important as it equips students with practical strategies to handle stress during exams or personal challenges, promoting mental well-being and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25

Megan Mazzeo

S

MA Social Worker

Be Kind to Your Mind

Students will create a personalized mental health toolkit. This activity empowers students to identify and utilize resources to support their mental well-being. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize the importance of mental health and equips them with practical tools to manage stress and emotions. Designed for 8th-grade students, this session will last 60 minutes and is part of a Tier 2 group support intervention.

Tier 2
3/4
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Kristen Federico

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AZ Special Education Teacher

Stress Less: Managing Your Well-being

Students will learn various stress management techniques from their school counselor, including breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, and discussions on coping strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential tools to manage stress, promoting their emotional well-being and academic performance.

Tier 1
2/25

Gabriela Gonzalez

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TX Counselor

Stress-Free Zone

In this one-session lesson, students will identify personal stress triggers and learn to develop individualized coping strategies through mindfulness and relaxation techniques. This lesson boosts resilience, self-awareness, and emotional well-being for all students (Grades 4-6).

Tier 1
5/24
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Patty Allen

E

CA Social Worker

Stress-Free Zone

A small-group workshop teaching 8th graders peer-supported stress relief techniques to empower them to design personal calm corners at school. Important for developing self-management skills and reducing anxiety in stressful environments.

Tier 2
5/19
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Emily Castrejon

N

IL Behavior Interventionist

Coping Skills Superheroes: Building Resilience Together

In this engaging 25-minute session for 3rd graders, students will learn essential coping skills through interactive games, activities, and discussions. This lesson is designed to help students build resilience and manage their emotions effectively, empowering them to handle everyday challenges with confidence. The lesson is tailored for small groups, providing targeted support to enhance their social-emotional development.

Tier 2
3/6
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Melissa Mader

S

MA Counselor