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Which subject	Personal development
What topic	first day of school
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
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Lesson Plan: First Day of School

Subject: Personal Development

Grade Level: 7

Duration: 30 Minutes

Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Understand the expectations for behavior and participation in the classroom.
• Identify personal goals for the school year.
• Develop strategies for making new friends and building positive relationships.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Name tags
• Goal-setting worksheets
• Icebreaker activity cards

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by welcoming the students and introducing yourself.

• Discuss the importance of the first day of school as an opportunity for new beginnings.
• Explain the significance of personal development in building a successful school year.

Classroom Expectations (10 minutes)

1. Establish Classroom Norms:

   • Use the whiteboard to list expected behaviors such as respect, responsibility, and participation.
   • Engage students in a discussion about why these behaviors are important in the classroom.

2. Encourage Questions:

   • Invite students to ask questions about classroom rules and expectations.
   • Address any concerns they may have about the new school year.

Goal Setting Activity (10 minutes)

1. Introduction to Goal Setting:

   • Briefly explain what goals are and why they are important for personal development.
   • Discuss different types of goals (academic, social, personal).

2. Goal-Setting Worksheet:

   • Provide students with a worksheet to identify three personal goals for the school year.
   • Encourage them to think about specific areas where they want to improve or new skills they want to learn.
   • Give students 5 minutes to complete the worksheet.

Icebreaker Activity (5 minutes)

1. Getting to Know You:
   • Distribute name tags and ask students to write their name and one fun fact about themselves.
   • Pair students up and have them introduce each other to the class.
   • Conclude the activity by highlighting how sharing will help them forge new friendships this year.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Recap the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of classroom expectations and goal setting.
• Encourage students to keep their goals visible and to revisit them throughout the year.
• End with an inspirational quote about personal growth, reinforcing the idea that the first day is just the beginning of their journey.

Assessment

• Participation in discussions and activities.
• Completion of the goal-setting worksheet.
• Students’ ability to express themselves during the icebreaker activity.

Follow-Up

• Schedule a follow-up discussion at the end of the month to revisit their goals.
• Encourage students to reflect on their progress and share any updates with the class.

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This lesson plan can serve as a helpful guide for educators looking to create a welcoming and constructive environment for seventh-grade students on their first day of school.