Educators often pause at the end of the school year to celebrate as a school community and reflect on the year. Students also need opportunities to connect and process before heading off for the summer.
Facing History & Ourselves presents six activities with articles and videos that can help students in grades 6–12 reflect on the past school year, celebrate their school community, and look ahead to what comes next:
- Reflect
Activity 1: Final Journal Reflection
Activity 2: Digital Portfolio - Celebrate:
Activity 3: Notes of Appreciation
Activity 4: Goodbye Graffiti Board - Look Ahead:
Activity 5: Hopes and Fears
Activity 6: Email to Self
Each activity can be used on its own, so teachers can choose any combination that will work well for their class.