Your Choices Your Values Lesson Plan Your Choices, Your Values
Lesson Plan
A Tier 1 Health Education Resource for 10th Grade
Quick Info
Time: 60 Minutes
Audience: 10th Grade
Approach: Discussion & Reflection
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Objective
Students will be able to identify personal values related to sexual health and apply a values-based decision-making model to hypothetical scenarios.
Materials
Projector/Whiteboard
Lesson Slide Deck
Warm-Up Handout
Discussion Scenarios
Cool-Down Exit Ticket
The "Why"
"Making decisions aligned with personal values fosters self-respect, promotes healthy relationships, and contributes to overall well-being. This lesson provides a framework for navigating important life choices."
Teacher Prep
• Review the Slide Deck and Scenario Discussion Activity.
• Print copies of the Warm-Up and Cool-Down for each student.
• Ensure markers/pens are available for student groups.
Lesson Flow
10m
Introduction & Warm-Up
Start with the Value Check-In activity. Introduce the objective using the slide deck.
15m
What are Values?
Lead a discussion on value definition and importance. Brainstorm examples in relationships.
20m
Decision-Making Model
Present the 6-step model. Apply to hypothetical scenarios in small groups.
15m
Wrap-Up & Reflection
Summarize key takeaways. Students complete the Cool-Down exit ticket.
Your Choices Your Values Slide Deck Your Choices, Your Values
How do your personal beliefs shape your decisions?
10th Grade Health
Warm-Up: Value Check-In
Take a moment to look inward.
"What matters most to you in life?"
Grab your Value Check-In handout and list 3-5 core principles.
What are Values?
Guiding Stars: The beliefs and principles that shape who we are and what we do.
Examples
Honesty Respect Safety Kindness Freedom
Why are they important?
They help us make choices that we can stand behind with pride.
Values & Sexual Health
Why are our values so important when it comes to decisions about our bodies and relationships?
Emotional
Self-respect and mental peace.
Physical
Safety and long-term health.
Social
Healthy connection and trust.
The Decision-Making Model
1
Identify the Decision
What choice needs to be made?
2
Brainstorm Options
What are your possibilities?
3
Consider Your Values
Which core beliefs apply here?
4
Evaluate Consequences
What are the potential outcomes?
5
Make Your Choice
Pick the option that aligns with you.
6
Reflect
How do you feel? What did you learn?
Let's Practice!
In your groups, apply the model to the hypothetical scenarios. Remember to keep discussion respectful and open.
Key Takeaways
Your values are your personal compass.
Aligning choices with values leads to self-respect.
The model helps navigate even the toughest choices.
Cool-Down: Reflection
Time to reflect on your journey. Complete the "My Values, My Choices" sheet before you leave.
Thank you for your openness and respect today!
Value Check-In Warm-Up Student Name
Date
Warm-Up Activity
Value Check-In
Personal values are your internal "guiding stars." They help define who you are and influence every decision you make.
Brainstorm: List 3-5 things, ideas, or principles that you value most (e.g., honesty, family, safety, success, health, respect). Then, explain why each value matters to you personally.
1 Value
Why it matters to me
2 Value
Why it matters to me
3 Value
Why it matters to me
4 Value
Why it matters to me
5 Value
Why it matters to me
Your Choices Your Values Script Teacher Facilitation Script
Lesson: Your Choices, Your Values
10 MIN
Introduction & Warm-Up
Teacher: "Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something really important: making decisions, especially when it comes to our health and relationships. We all face choices every day, big and small, and how we make those choices can have a huge impact on our lives."
"To get us started, I want you to think about what truly matters to you. What are the beliefs or principles that guide your life? These are your personal values."
"Please take out your Value Check-In handout. I'd like you to list 3-5 things, ideas, or principles that you value most, and briefly explain why each is important to you. Think about things like honesty, family, safety, success, kindness, health, or respect."
Instruction: Allow 5-7 minutes for students to complete the warm-up. Circulate and offer assistance if needed. Then facilitate a brief, voluntary share-out.
15 MIN
What are Values?
Display Slide 3
Teacher: "Thank you for sharing. As we saw from our warm-up, values are the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide our lives. They are like an internal compass that helps us navigate the world. They shape who we are."
"Think about it: Why do you think having a clear understanding of your values is so important? How can they help us in our daily lives?"
Key Discussion Point: Guide discussion toward how values provide a framework for decision-making and help set priorities.
Display Slide 4
Teacher: "Now, let's think specifically about values in the context of sexual health and relationships. Why do you think our values are especially critical when we're making decisions in these areas?"
20 MIN
Decision-Making Model
Display Slide 5
Teacher: "Now, let's look at a practical tool for making decisions that align with these values. We call this the Values-Based Decision-Making Model. This model isn't about telling you what to do; it's about giving you a roadmap to make choices that feel right to you."
Identify the Decision: What's the problem?Brainstorm Options: What could you do?Consider Your Values: What core beliefs apply?Evaluate Consequences: Outcomes vs. Values.Make Your Choice: Align with values.
Values Based Decision Discussion Activity Value Compass Scenarios
Group Activity: Applying the Decision Model
Small Group Activity
1. Identify
2. Brainstorm
3. Values
4. Evaluate
5. Choose
6. Reflect
Scenario 1: The Pressure Point
Communication & Boundaries
"Your friend, Alex, has been dating someone new for a few weeks. Alex tells you they feel pressured to go further physically than they are comfortable with. Alex likes this person a lot and doesn't want to ruin the relationship, but also feels anxious and unsure what to do."
1. Identify the Decision
2. Brainstorm Options
3. Values at Stake
4. Consequences (Pros/Cons)
5. Group Choice & Reasoning
Scenario 2: The Online Dilemma
Digital Privacy
"Casey is considering sending a private, revealing photo to someone they met online. This person is asking for it and promises not to share it, but Casey has never met them in person. Casey feels excited by the attention but also a little uneasy."
1. Identify the Decision
2. Brainstorm Options
3. Values at Stake
4. Consequences (Pros/Cons)
5. Group Choice & Reasoning
My Values My Choices Cool Down My Values, My Choices
Lesson Reflection & Exit Ticket
Name
Date
1 Awareness Check
Before today's lesson, how often did you think about your personal values when making important decisions?
2 Core Values
Name two of your personal values that are most important when making decisions about relationships. Why these two?
3 Model Mechanics
Describe one step from the Decision-Making Model that you found most helpful or interesting. Why?
4 Real-World Application
How might you use what you learned today in your own life? Give a specific example.
5 Remaining Questions (Optional)
What is one question you still have about values, decision-making, or health?
Your Choices, Your Values
