First year teaching health? Or just not feeling the usual first day routine?
If syllabus readings and awkward icebreakers aren't your thing, you're not alone. This back to school plan is built for health teachers who want to start strong with purpose, connection, and just enough fun to win over a room full of teens!
 
I’m Katie from LifeFluent, and this lesson is one I use to lay the groundwork for a classroom where students feel seen, heard, and ready to think beyond the surface!
 
Here's the Done for YOU Plan:
Start with a quick, low-pressure bell ringer
Jump into a fast-paced team activity that builds energy and teamwork
Walk through your class expectations with an editable, student-friendly syllabus and contract
Wrap it up with a creative "Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover" activity that gets students sharing who they are.
Included:
Lesson Plan
Editable Google Slides to guide your lesson
Printable student pages for book cover activity
Editable syllabus and class contract