The final lesson plan in the series teaches participants that they can use their personal power to bring about positive change. The class engages in a series of activities that reveal the kinds of personal power they have, including the power to make responsible decisions. Groups then identify something they would like to change about their school and develop a plan to present to their principal. The class selects a plan or plans to present.

Concepts

social-emotional learning, power, ethical responsibility, making decisions, responsible decision-making

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Instructional Ideas

• Share the lesson plan with the school principal or superintendent to prepare them for the class petition

Classroom Considerations

• The final lesson in the five-part series

Pros

• The assessment reminds learners that there are things in their lives that they have the power to control

Cons

• None