High School
Well-Being Curriculum
Master Documents

2026 Scope and Sequence
The 2026 Scope & Sequence reflects the units, themes, and lesson titles for each grade...

Differentiated Strategies
Differentiated Strategies reflect the intentional use of varied instructional practices throughout the curriculum to accommodate...

Discussion Protocols
A variety of discussion protocols are embedded within In Focus lessons across grade levels to...

Essential Terms
Essential terms and definitions are introduced and reinforced throughout the In Focus lessons....
Anchor Lessons - Proactive Preventions

Lesson AL08: Understanding Expectations and Rules
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand that expectations and rules help...

Lesson AL12: Building Supportive Classroom Systems
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand their behavior, manage their emotions,...
Anchor Lessons - Intensive Interventions
Unit 01 - Conditions & Connections

Lesson 01: Maslow’s Pyramid
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to the different levels of Maslow’s...

Lesson 02: Well-Being
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to the 5 areas of well-being:...

Lesson 03: Self-Awareness
The purpose of this lesson is to give students an opportunity to explore their individual...

Lesson 04: My Strengths
The purpose of this lesson is for students to deepen their understanding of themselves, including...

Lesson 05: Connection
The purpose of this lesson is for students to practice strategies to help them genuinely...

Lesson 06: Strengths of Others
The purpose of this lesson is for students to recognize and celebrate the strengths of...
Unit 02 - Physical Well-Being

Lesson 07: Physical Safety
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand that physical safety means protecting...

Lesson 08: Psychological Safety
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand how we can be psychologically...

Lesson 09: Bully Prevention
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand how they can advocate for...

Lesson 10: Mind & Body Drug Free
The purpose of this lesson is to encourage students to choose a life free from...

Lesson 11: Conditions of Well-Being
The purpose of this lesson is for students to understand their basic needs of food,...

Lesson 12: Self-Care & Hygiene
The purpose of this lesson is to help students to practice good self-care and hygiene...

Lesson 13: Nutrition
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand the nutrients that different foods...

Lesson 14: Exercise
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand the importance of exercise and...
Unit 03 - Social Well-Being

Lesson 15: Friendship & Kindness
The purpose of this lesson is for students to learn how to be a good...

Lesson 16: Empathy
The purpose of this lesson is for students to develop greater empathy....

Lesson 17: Communication
The purpose of this lesson is for students to practice healthy communication skills and decide...

Lesson 18: Active Listening
The purpose of this lesson is for students to develop active listening skills while promoting...

Lesson 19: Respect for Others
The purpose of this lesson is to help us learn how to respect ourselves, others,...

Lesson 20: Respecting Personal Space
The purpose of this lesson is to help students respect the personal space and boundaries...

Lesson 21: Collaboration
The purpose of this lesson is for students to practice key collaboration strategies and contribute...

Lesson 22: Conflict Resolution
The purpose of this lesson is to help us talk about everyday problems and try...

Lesson 23: Power of Words
The purpose of this lesson is for students to reflect on how they use their...

Lesson 24: Choices & Consequences
The purpose of this lesson is to help students recognize that they have the power...
Unit 04 - Emotional Well-Being

Lesson 25: Emotional Awareness
The purpose of this lesson is to help students identify their emotions, communicate about their...

Lesson 26: Emotional Regulation
The purpose of this lesson is to help students regulate their emotions in healthy and...

Lesson 27: Managing Stress
The purpose of this lesson is to learn what stress is, what causes our stress,...

Lesson 28: Coping Strategies
The purpose of this lesson is to provide students with healthy coping strategies as they...

Lesson 29: Happiness
The purpose of this lesson is to help students develop habits that lead to greater...

Lesson 30: Gratitude
The purpose of this lesson is to help students notice, share, and find ways to...

Lesson 31: Embracing Change
The purpose of this lesson is for students to recognize how change impacts their lives...

Lesson 32: Navigating Uncertainty
The purpose of this lesson is to help students learn ways to manage changes in...
Unit 05 - Mental Well-Being

Lesson 33: Growth Mindset
The purpose of this lesson is to help students change fixed mindsets into growth mindsets....

Lesson 34: Self-Efficacy
The purpose of this lesson is to help students practice strategies that strengthen their academic...

Lesson 35: Personal Excellence
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand that doing their best and...

Lesson 36: Self-Compassion
The purpose of this lesson is to help students build self-compassion by recognizing guilt, and...

Lesson 37: Goal Setting
The purpose of this lesson is to help students set and work towards accomplishing their...

Lesson 38: Lifelong Learning
The purpose of this lesson is to spark students’ curiosity, foster a love of learning,...
Unit 06 - Academic Well-Being

Lesson 39: Critical Thinking
The purpose of this lesson is to help students use critical thinking skills to understand...

Lesson 40: Perspective Taking
The purpose of this lesson is for students to learn to show respect by trying...

Lesson 41: Problem Solving
The purpose of this lesson is for students to learn creative problem-solving strategies and apply...

Lesson 42: Deep Learning
The purpose of this lesson is for students to engage in deep learning that allows...

Lesson 43: Time Management
The purpose of this lesson is to help students learn how to prioritize tasks, manage...

Lesson 44: Organization
The purpose of this lesson is for students to learn how to stay organized in...

Lesson 45: Executive Function
The purpose of this lesson is to help students take an active role in their...

Lesson 46: Test Preparation
The purpose of this lesson is to help students prepare for tests in healthy ways....

Lesson 47: Feedback
The purpose of this lesson is to help students practice giving and receiving feedback to...

Lesson 48: Motivation
The purpose of this lesson is for students to reflect on what motivates them and...
Unit 07 - Character & Citizenship

Lesson 49: Character Traits
The purpose of this lesson is for students to celebrate the positive character traits that...

Lesson 50: Honesty & Integrity
The purpose of this lesson is for students to develop good character traits such as...

Lesson 51: Courage
The purpose of this lesson is to help students identify examples of courage and bravery...

Lesson 52: Responsibility
The purpose of this lesson is to help students understand and experience what it means...

Lesson 53: Leadership
The purpose of this lesson is for students to build and strengthen their leadership skills....

Lesson 54: Resilience & Perseverance
The purpose of this lesson is to help students develop increased resilience, perseverance, and grit....

Lesson 55: Digital Citizenship
The purpose of this lesson is for students to examine how they interact with technology...

Lesson 56: Positive Peer Impact
The purpose of this lesson is to help students build a positive self-image and be...

Lesson 57: Civic Roles
The purpose of this lesson is to help students become responsible citizens at school and...

Lesson 58: Making a Difference
The purpose of this lesson is for students to explore ways they can support and...
