Objective: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to develop effective study habits and

strategies to improve their academic performance.

Assessment: Students will complete a Study Habits Reflection Worksheet, where they will identify
their current study habits, reflect on their effectiveness, and propose strategies for improvement.

Key Points:
- Understand the importance of developing good study habits
- Identify common study habits and their impact on learning
- Learn and practice effective study strategies
- Reflect on personal study habits and make improvements
- Apply new study habits to enhance academic performance

Opening:
- Begin the lesson by asking students to share their current study habits and any challenges they
face while studying.
- Show a short video or share a personal anecdote highlighting the benefits of effective study habits.

Introduction to New Material:

- Introduce the concept of study habits and explain their significance in academic success.
- Discuss common misconceptions, such as the belief that studying longer guarantees better results.
- Present different study strategies, such as creating a study schedule, using active learning
techniques, and practicing self-testing.

Guided Practice:
- Set behavioral expectations for the work time, emphasizing active participation and collaboration.
- Provide examples of effective study habits and ask students to identify the strategies used.
- Scaffold questioning from easy to hard, gradually challenging students to think critically about their
own study habits.
- Monitor student performance by circulating the classroom, observing their engagement, and
providing guidance as needed.

Independent Practice:
- Set clear behavioral expectations for independent work time, emphasizing focus and accountability.
- Assign students the Study Habits Reflection Worksheet, where they will assess their current study
habits and propose improvements.
- Ensure the assignment is aligned with the objective and provides opportunities for students to
demonstrate mastery.

Closing:
- Conduct a class discussion to summarize the key points covered in the lesson.
- Ask students to share one new study habit they plan to implement and explain why they believe it
will be effective.
- Provide positive reinforcement and encourage students to support each other in developing and
maintaining good study habits.

Extension Activity:
- For students who finish early, provide a list of additional study strategies and ask them to research
and create a poster or presentation showcasing a strategy of their choice.

Homework:
- As a homework activity suggestion, ask students to implement their proposed study habit
improvements for one week and keep a journal documenting their experiences and any changes in
their academic performance.

Standards Addressed:
1. Common Core State Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2 - Determine the main idea of a text
and explain how it is supported by key details.
2. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM): NCTM.8.SP.A.1 - Understand that patterns
of association can also be seen in bivariate categorical data by displaying frequencies and relative
frequencies in a two-way table.

Objective: Students will be able to identify and apply strategies for promoting a positive and inclusive
homeroom environment.

Assessment: Students will complete a reflection activity where they identify at least three strategies
they can implement in their homeroom to promote a positive and inclusive environment.

Key Points:
- Importance of a positive and inclusive homeroom environment
- Strategies for promoting inclusivity and respect
- Effective communication skills
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Building empathy and understanding

Opening: Begin the lesson by asking students to think about the qualities they value in a homeroom
environment. Have them share their thoughts with a partner and then discuss as a whole class.

Introduction to New Material: Present the importance of a positive and inclusive homeroom
environment. Discuss the impact it can have on students' well-being and academic success.
Address the common misconception that creating such an environment is solely the responsibility of
the teacher.

Guided Practice: Engage students in a discussion about strategies for promoting inclusivity and
respect in the homeroom. Provide examples and ask students to share their own ideas. Scaffold the
questioning from easy to hard, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to participate. Monitor
student performance by listening to their contributions and providing feedback.

Independent Practice: Instruct students to individually complete a worksheet or graphic organizer

where they identify at least three strategies they can implement in their homeroom to promote a
positive and inclusive environment. Set behavioral expectations for this independent work time.

Closing: Have students share their strategies with a partner and discuss the potential impact of
implementing these strategies in their homeroom. Then, ask a few students to share their strategies
with the whole class, summarizing what they have learned.

Extension Activity: For students who finish early, provide them with additional resources and articles
about promoting inclusivity in a homeroom environment. Ask them to write a short reflection on what
they have learned and how they can further contribute to a positive and inclusive homeroom.

Homework: As a homework activity, suggest that students interview a family member or friend about
their experiences in a positive and inclusive environment. Ask them to write a reflection on what they
learned from the interview and how they can apply those insights to their own homeroom.

Standards Addressed:
1. Common Core State Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.1 - Engage effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions.
2. Social Emotional Learning Standard: SEL-SS.A - Demonstrate self-awareness, self-management,
social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

Objective: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to identify the importance of homeroom
guidance and develop strategies for being mindful of their influencers.

Assessment:
- Students will complete a reflection activity where they identify their influencers and discuss ways
they can be mindful of their impact.

Key Points:
- Homeroom guidance is an important part of our school experience.
- Influencers can have a significant impact on our thoughts, emotions, and actions.
- It is important to be mindful of our influencers and their influence on us.
- Developing strategies to be mindful of our influencers can help us make better choices.
- Being mindful of our influencers can positively impact our overall well-being.

Opening:
- Begin the lesson by asking students to think about a time when they made a decision based on
someone else's opinion. Discuss as a class and emphasize the power of influencers in our lives.

Introduction to New Material:

- Present the key points to students through a multimedia presentation, providing examples and
anecdotes to keep them engaged.
- Anticipate the common misconception that influencers only include celebrities or famous
individuals. Clarify that influencers can be anyone who has an impact on our thoughts and actions.

Guided Practice:
- Set behavioral expectations for the work time, such as active listening and respectful participation.
- Provide students with scenarios and ask them to identify the influencers involved and discuss the
potential impact.
- Scaffold questioning from easy to hard, gradually increasing the complexity of the scenarios.
- Monitor student performance by circulating the classroom, providing guidance, and addressing any
misconceptions.

Independent Practice:
- Set behavioral expectations for the work time, such as focused engagement and independent
thinking.
- Assign students to complete a reflection activity where they identify their influencers and write a
paragraph discussing ways they can be mindful of their influence.
- This assignment will demonstrate mastery of the objective.

Closing:
- Conduct a quick closing activity where students share one strategy they came up with for being
mindful of their influencers.
- Summarize the importance of homeroom guidance and the significance of being mindful of our
influencers.

Extension Activity:
- For students who finish early, provide a list of influential individuals from different fields (e.g.,
sports, science, arts) and ask them to research and write a short paragraph about how these
individuals can be positive influencers.

Homework:
- As a homework activity suggestion, students can interview someone they consider to be a positive
influencer and write a reflection on what they learned from the interview.

Standards Addressed:
- Common Core State Standards: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.1 - Engage effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions.
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets &Behaviors: M 5. Mindfulness Skills -
Students will demonstrate effective coping skills when faced with a problem.