OBJECTIVE:

Provide space for students to reflect on their growth, celebrate their journey, and create meaningful closure with their peers and mentors.

REQUIRED PREP:

Teacher: – Transform your room – Next Gen sessions should be different from typical classes — change the atmosphere of your classroom and get ready for your first session!

Opening Huddle (5 mins):

Goal: Conduct the cohort ritual and mood check.

Feel free to play music to generate energy and set the vibe!

  • Opening Ritual: Conduct your opening ritual! 
  • Mood Check: Gather the students into a circle (standing or sitting – keep comfort in mind)!

Activity 1 (40 mins)

Teacher and Mentor Share the Vision: Then, Now, Next 

Students complete a guided written reflection. Provide quiet time.

Reflection Questions:

THEN – Looking Back

  • When you first joined this program, who were you?
  • What was a challenge you faced early on?

NOW – Acknowledging Growth

  • What is something you are proud of accomplishing?
  • What skill, mindset, or habit have you developed?
  • Who in this room helped you grow?

NEXT – Looking Ahead

  • What lessons from this experience will you carry with you?
  • What kind of person do you want to be in your next chapter?

Encourage honesty and depth, reminding students this reflection is for them.

Closing Huddle

  1. End by collectively performing your exit ritual!