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High School SEL and Life Skills Lessons Aligned With CASEL: Healthy Romantic Relationships

High School SEL and Life Skills Lessons Aligned With CASEL: Healthy Romantic Relationships

Unlock Healthy Relationship Skills in Your Classroom

Empower your high school students with essential social and emotional learning (SEL) competencies using this comprehensive lesson plan: Healthy Romantic Relationships: Skills for Grades 9-12

This curriculum aligns with the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework and is ideal for teachers looking to enhance their students' relationship skills within the context of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Download more SEL resources including my FREE ebook Birdseed: A Guide to Teaching Emotional Intelligence in the Classroom, which is endorsed by the MTSS coordinator for The Colorado Department of Education, on my website HERE, or find the paperback on Amazon HERE.  

Key Features of the Lesson Plan:

  • Aligned with the CASEL Framework: This lesson focuses on the five core competencies of SEL—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making—ensuring a well-rounded approach to teaching healthy relationship skills.

  • Engaging and Interactive Activities: Students will participate in discussions, role-plays, and self-reflection exercises, allowing them to practice communication, empathy, and boundary-setting in a safe and supportive environment.

  • Comprehensive Teaching Materials: The lesson plan includes a detailed lesson plan, scenario cards, a healthy relationships checklist, and reflection questions to facilitate effective teaching and learning.

  • Flexible Implementation: Designed for high school English Language Arts (ELA) and SEL teachers, this lesson can be easily integrated into existing curriculum or used as a standalone unit in health or life skills classes.

  • Promotes Positive School Culture: By focusing on healthy relationships, this lesson supports a positive school climate and contributes to a culture of respect and inclusivity.

Who Can Use This Lesson Plan?

  • High School ELA and SEL Teachers 

  • School Counselors and Social Worker

  • MTSS Coordinators: 

  • Health and PE Teachers

  • Social Studies Teachers

  • Advisory Teachers 

  • Character Education Teachers

  • Psychology Teachers

  • Consumer Science Teachers

  • Drama Teachers

  • Student Support and Intervention teachers 

Why Use This Lesson Plan?

With a focus on CASEL-aligned SEL competencies, this lesson plan provides teachers with the tools they need to help students navigate the complexities of romantic relationships during adolescence. By teaching these essential skills, you can foster healthier, more respectful interactions among your students, preparing them for success both inside and outside the classroom.

 

Inside This 30 Page Resource: Two 45-60 Minute Lesson Plans for Grades 9-12 

Table of Contents 

  • Introduction (2-5)

    • Overview of the Lesson Objectives

    • Relevance to Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

    • Alignment with the CASEL Framework

  • Lesson Plan Day One: Building Healthy Romantic Relationships (6-9)

    • Defining Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships

    • Key Components of Healthy Relationships

    • Discussion Questions and Prompts

  • Scenario Cards (for role playing activity in day one lesson) (10-13)

  • Healthy Relationships Checklist (14-15)

  • Lesson Plan Day Two: Writing Activities: Extension Activities (16-26)

  • Writing Template for Advice Column (27)

  • Sample Advice Column Letter + Response (28-29)

  • Student Handout With Four Writing Prompts (30)

  • ELA and Health Standards Aligned With Lessons (31–37)