Real You Facilitator Guide Week 1 Facilitator Plan Glow Club Curriculum
30 Minutes
Real You: Identity & Circle Norms
Goal: Establish an unpressured, authentic circle and uncover each girl's unique character superpowers.
Room Setup
Casual circle on rugs or soft chairs. No desks between girls if possible.
Materials Needed
Week 1 Student Journal pages, colorful gel pens, sticky notes, clipboards.
Facilitator Energy
Warm, unhurried, curious. Model vulnerability first by answering questions simply.
30-Minute Run of Show
00-05m
Soft Landing & Low-Stakes Check-In
Welcome each girl by name. Kick off with: "On a scale from 1 (drained battery) to 5 (fully charged phone), where is your vibe today?" Allow quick fingers or numbers. Zero pressure to justify.
05-12m
Our Circle Pact (Co-Creating Safety)
Say: "This isn't a classroom test. It's a space where you don't have to perform." Introduce the 3 golden pillars: Vault Rule (what's said here stays here), Pass Option (you can pass anytime), and Real Over Perfect . Let girls suggest one extra group rule.
12-22m
Activity: The "Real You" Identity Constellation
Distribute the Week 1 Student Page. Play chill instrumental background music. Give them 7 minutes of quiet doodling to map their internal strengths (humor, loyalty, creativity, resilience) rather than just external labels.
22-27m
Spark Share (Casual Connections)
Ask: "Pick just one strength you mapped that people might not notice right away." Have facilitator share first to break the ice. Praise quiet courage and validate diverse personalities.
27-30m
Glow Word Ritual & Out the Door
Go around in a flash: each girl says one single word of intention for their week (e.g., "Calm", "Brave", "Chill", "Unstoppable"). Hand out session sticker or high-five.
Facilitator Cheat Sheet & Troubleshooting
If someone is super quiet: Do not force them into the spotlight. Allow non-verbal participation (thumbs up, sketching). Presence is participation.
If giggling or nervousness occurs: Normalize it: "It's totally normal to feel a little awkward when we slow down. We're in this together."
Glow Club Facilitator Guide • Lesson 1: Real You 30-Min Fast-Track Format
Real You Student Journal 01
Glow Club // The Real You
Unfiltered, authentic, and exactly who you are.
Name:
Date:
Today's Vibe Battery Circle your level
1
2
3
4
5
My Circle Commitment
The Vault: What is said here stays safe here.
No Masks: Real thoughts over fake perfection.
Total Respect: We cheer for one another.
My Strength Constellation
Beyond your grades or social feed, write or sketch what makes you genuinely you.
A Superpower I Bring to Others
e.g., listening when friends cry, bringing humor, staying calm in chaos
What Lights Me Up from Inside
Activities, passions, or little moments that make time fly
A Core Value I Stand For
Something you refuse to compromise on (honesty, loyalty, kindness)
A Quirky Trait I Own & Love
A goofy habit, obscure hobby, or trait that is 100% uniquely yours
My Week 1 Glow Word
One power word you are claiming to guide how you carry yourself this week.
Glow Club • Session 1 Personal Journal • Keep safe in your binder or folder
Real You Kickoff Slides Glow Club // Session 01 30-Minute Circle
Welcome to Your Safe Circle
A weekly space to drop the performance, be yourself, and connect with people who actually get it.
Grab your journal, a cozy seat, and let's begin.
Our Circle Pact
3 Ground Rules
The Vault Rule
What is shared in this circle stays in this circle. Complete trust.
The Pass Power
You always have the right to pass. Zero pressure, ever.
Real > Perfect
No masks needed. Bring your real thoughts, bad days, and true self.
We honor these rules together every single week.
Quick Check-In Zero explanation required
What is your inner battery level right now?
1
Depleted
2
Low Energy
3
In Between
4
Good Energy
5
Full Charge
Show with fingers or circle on your journal page.
Journal Time • 7 Minutes
Strength Constellation
Hidden Superpower
A strength you have that people don't always notice from the outside.
Internal Spark
Things that recharge your energy and make you feel truly alive.
Unshakable Value
One thing you stand for no matter who is in the room.
Quirky Self
Something wonderfully unique about you that nobody can copy.
Fill out the four quadrants on your journal page.
Closing Ritual See you next week!
Claim Your Glow Word
Before we leave, we'll go around the circle. Share just one word you want to carry with you this week:
Brave Chill Unapologetic Kind Present Grounding
You are enough right now. Have an amazing week!
Inner Voice Facilitator Guide Week 2 Facilitator Plan Glow Club Curriculum
30 Minutes
Inner Voice: Silencing the Critic
Goal: Identify automatic negative self-talk, expose comparison traps, and practice empowering cognitive reframing.
Session Tone
Empathetic and relatable. Dispel the myth that "everyone else has it all together."
Supplies
Flip The Script Worksheets, colored pens or highlighters, soft stress ball.
Key Concept
Your thoughts are suggestions, not facts. You can talk back to yourself with kindness.
30-Minute Schedule
00-05m
Check-In: Rose, Thorn & Spaghetti
Welcome the circle. Quick go-around: share one Rose (a sweet win), one Thorn (a minor bummer), or one Spaghetti (something tangled or confusing this week).
05-12m
Concept: The Inner Roommate
Ask: "If a friend spoke to you the way you sometimes speak to yourself in the mirror, would you still hang out with them?" Introduce the idea of the "Negative Narrator" vs. the "Truth Speaker." Explain how comparison on social media fuels this voice.
12-22m
Activity: "Flip the Script" Practice
Hand out the worksheet. Students examine 3 common toxic scripts (e.g., "I look awkward," "Everyone's doing better than me," "I messed up so I'm a failure" ) and rewrite them using facts and self-compassion.
22-27m
Cheerleader Huddle Share
Girls share one reframed statement they wrote down. Peers snap or nod in agreement. Reinforce: "Notice how relief feels in your body when you choose kindness over judgment."
27-30m
Pocket Anchor Closing
Each girl underlines their favorite reframed phrase on their sheet. Remind them to take a photo of it on their phone or slip it in their pocket as a reminder for the week ahead.
Facilitation Nuance & Care
Toxic Positivity Warning: We are not teaching "everything is perfect." We are teaching fair, honest kindness over cruel exaggerations.
Vulnerability Safety: If a girl shares deep distress or body image struggle, validate warmly without minimizing, and check in privately after the circle.
Glow Club Facilitator Guide • Lesson 2: Inner Voice 30-Min Fast-Track Format
Inner Voice Reframing Worksheet 02
Inner Voice // Flip the Script
Trading harsh self-criticism for honest, grounded kindness.
Name:
Date:
The Reframe Formula: 1. Catch the Exaggeration ➔ 2. State the Real Fact ➔ 3. Offer Self-Grace
Part 1: Flip the Common Toxic Scripts
Rewrite each thought into an honest, supportive truth
The Critic Says
"Everyone else is prettier, happier, and doing better than me."
My Inner Cheerleader Reframe:
The Critic Says
"I made an awkward mistake in front of the group; I can never show my face again."
My Inner Cheerleader Reframe:
The Critic Says
"If I say no to what they want, they will all stop liking me."
My Inner Cheerleader Reframe:
Part 2: My Personal Script Flip
A harsh thought my inner critic repeatedly tells me:
How I choose to talk back to that thought with compassion:
My Daily Cheerleader Anchor
Write a quick phrase to say when self-doubt hits this week (e.g., "I don't have to be perfect to be worthy").
Glow Club • Session 2 Reframing Worksheet • Give yourself the same grace you give your best friends.
Friend Vibes Facilitator Guide Week 3 Facilitator Plan Glow Club Curriculum
30 Minutes
Friend Vibes: Healthy Bonds & Boundaries
Goal: Help girls identify uplifting vs. draining relationship patterns and practice asserting peaceful boundaries without guilt.
Session Tone
Safe, non-gossipy. Explicitly ban naming specific school peers or friends out loud.
Materials Needed
Friendship Radar Worksheets, green/red highlighters, chart paper (optional).
Core Takeaway
You deserve friends who make you feel calm and valued, not constantly on edge.
30-Minute Schedule
00-05m
Warm-Up: The "Friendship Battery" Check
Welcome students. Prompt: "Think about how you feel after hanging out with different people. Do you leave feeling recharged, neutral, or totally drained?" Establish our rule: No names, just patterns and vibes.
05-12m
Concept: Decoding the Radar (Green vs. Red Flags)
Discuss what makes a relationship healthy. Green Flags: Celebrates your wins without envy, keeps private stories private, apologizes when wrong. Red Flags: Jokes at your expense, silent treatment, tests your loyalty, demands all your time.
12-22m
Activity: Friendship Radar & Boundary Scripts
Hand out the activity sheet. Students analyze realistic peer scenarios, color-code relationship flags, and fill in the "Gentle Boundary Scripts" to protect their peace.
22-27m
Circle Practice: Saying "No" with Kindness
Try a round-robin: Facilitator gives a peer dilemma (e.g., "A friend wants you to join in gossiping about someone" ). Have volunteers read their boundary script aloud. Validate that boundaries protect friendships, not ruin them.
27-30m
Green Flag Gratitude Out the Door
Each girl names one quality she brings as a "green flag friend" to other people (e.g., "I'm a loyal secret-keeper," "I hype up my friends" ).
Facilitation Safety & Boundary Rules
Strict No-Gossip Policy: If a student mentions someone by name, gently redirect: "Let's focus on the behavior pattern rather than calling anyone out."
Self-Reflection Check: Remind girls: "We all have moments where we show red flags too. Recognizing it is how we grow."
Glow Club Facilitator Guide • Lesson 3: Friend Vibes 30-Min Fast-Track Format
Friendship Radar Activity Sheet 03
Friend Vibes // The Friendship Radar
Choosing friends who recharge you and setting boundaries that protect your peace.
Name:
Date:
Green Flag: Uplifting & Safe
Yellow Flag: Talk It Out
Red Flag: Draining & Unsafe
Part 1: Friendship Radar Check
Read each scenario and check whether it represents a Green Flag (G), Yellow Flag (Y), or Red Flag (R):
1. Celebrates when you do well, even if they had a rough day.
G Y R
2. Tells other people secrets you shared in strict confidence.
G Y R
3. Disappears when they make a new friend, then returns when bored.
G Y R
4. Gives you space without holding a grudge when you say you need downtime.
G Y R
Part 2: My Gentle Boundary Playbook
Draft kind, clear phrases you feel comfortable using
When drama or gossip starts:
What can you say to step away kindly without preaching?
When your social battery is at 0%:
What can you text or say to decline plans while staying friends?
My "Green Flag" Promise
One specific way I commit to showing up as a healthy, uplifting friend to others this week:
Glow Club • Session 3 Activity Sheet • True friends want you to have peace, not pressure.
Voice Power Facilitator Guide Week 4 Facilitator Plan Glow Club Curriculum
30 Minutes
Voice Power: Speak Up Without Apologizing
Goal: Transition from passive people-pleasing to assertive self-advocacy using calm, direct communication.
Communication Vibe
Empowering, practical, realistic. Demystify the fear of "sounding bossy."
Supplies Needed
Voice Power Practice Guides, roleplay prompt cards, highlighters.
Key Distinction
Assertiveness isn't being mean or aggressive. It is simply stating facts with self-respect.
30-Minute Schedule
00-05m
Warm-Up: The Apology Reflex
Ask: "How many times today have you said 'I'm sorry' when you didn't do anything wrong? (e.g., someone bumps into you, asking a teacher a normal question)." Laugh together and explore why girls are conditioned to over-apologize.
05-12m
Concept: Doormat, Bulldozer, or Pillar?
Break down the 3 styles: Doormat (Passive): Swallows feelings, lets others decide, resents later. Bulldozer (Aggressive): Yells, attacks character, demands own way. Pillar (Assertive): Calm body, direct eye contact, speaks truth with kindness.
12-22m
Worksheet: The 3-Step Advocacy Script
Distribute the worksheet. Teach the formula: "I feel [emotion] when [action], so I need [request]." Have students write out scripts for common situations: speaking to a teacher about a deadline, addressing a peer taking their things, or saying no to a hangout.
22-27m
Micro-Roleplay: 30-Second Practice
Pair up casually. Partner A delivers their scripted request using calm eye contact and no apologies. Partner B listens and responds: "Thanks for telling me directly." Switch roles.
27-30m
Power Posture & Affirmation
Stand in circle. Roll shoulders back, plant both feet firmly. Unison chant or individual declaration: "My voice has value. Asking for what I need is brave, not bossy."
Coaching Tip: The "Sorry Swap"
Instead of: "Sorry to bother you, but can you help?" "Thank you for taking a minute to help me."
Instead of: "Sorry, I talk too much." "Thank you for listening to my thoughts."
Glow Club Facilitator Guide • Lesson 4: Voice Power 30-Min Fast-Track Format
Voice Power Practice Guide 04
Voice Power // Assertive Self-Advocacy
Speaking up clearly and calmly without shrinking or apologizing.
Name:
Date:
1. The Doormat (Passive)
"It's whatever, I don't care." (Swallows feelings, feels resentful later).
2. The Bulldozer (Aggressive)
"You always ruin everything!" (Attacks, blames, escalates drama).
3. The Pillar (Assertive)
"Here is what I need." (Direct, calm, respectful of self and others).
The Self-Advocacy Formula:
"I feel [Emotion]" + "When [Action]" + "I need [Request]"
Scripting Your Voice: Practice Scenarios
A A peer asks to copy your completed homework right before class starts.
Write your calm, direct response:
B You are falling behind on an assignment and need to ask your teacher for help or an extension.
Write your self-advocacy script (no unnecessary apologies):
C A friend keeps speaking over you and interrupting whenever you share an idea in a group.
Write what you will say to hold your space:
My "No-Apology" Pledge
One situation this week where I usually apologize needlessly that I will handle assertively:
Glow Club • Session 4 Practice Guide • You don't have to shrink to make other people comfortable.
Pressure Drop Facilitator Guide Week 5 Facilitator Plan Glow Club Curriculum
30 Minutes
Pressure Drop: Stress & Digital Reset
Goal: Equip girls with somatic regulation tools and healthy tech boundaries to release burnout and social comparison.
Room Atmosphere
Dim ambient lighting if possible, soft calming vibes, grounded presence.
Supplies
Chill Toolkit Activity Sheets, calming essential oil spray (optional), pens.
Big Idea
Rest is not a reward you have to earn. It is a biological necessity you deserve daily.
30-Minute Schedule
00-05m
Check-In: 10-Second Somatic Sigh
Welcome circle. Lead two physiological sighs (two quick inhales through the nose, long audible exhale through mouth). Ask: "Where in your body are you storing stress today? Shoulders, jaw, stomach?"
05-12m
Discussion: Unmasking the "Pressure Cooker"
Normalize stress: "Between grades, friend drama, sports, and doomscrolling on TikTok/Snapchat, our brains rarely get true silence." Discuss how comparing our everyday life to someone else's edited highlight reel secretly fuels anxiety.
12-22m
Activity: The "Chill Toolkit" Menu
Hand out the worksheet. Students build their personalized 3-tier Chill Menu: Quick Resets (under 2 mins): 5-4-3-2-1 senses, cold water splash; Digital Boundaries: Do-Not-Disturb timer, unfollowing draining accounts; Deep Rest: Cozy reading, music nap.
22-27m
Circle Experiential: 5-4-3-2-1 Sensory Grounding
Guide the room: Look around silently for 5 things you can see, 4 you can physically feel, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell/taste, and 1 kind thought about yourself. Experience how grounded presence quiets racing thoughts.
27-30m
The Screen Boundary Pact
Each girl commits to one realistic tech boundary for the week (e.g., "No phone for 20 mins before sleep" or "Muting group chats during homework" ).
Facilitating Digital Wellness Casually
Avoid Shaming Tech: Teens use phones to connect. Never say "just throw your phone away." Instead, promote intentional control over algorithms.
Watch for Serious Distress: High anxiety or panic symptoms warrant discreet counselor follow-up outside group time.
Glow Club Facilitator Guide • Lesson 5: Pressure Drop 30-Min Fast-Track Format
Chill Toolkit Activity Sheet 05
Pressure Drop // My Chill Toolkit
Recognizing nervous system signals and creating your emergency calm menu.
Name:
Date:
My Stress Signals:
Tight Shoulders Clenched Jaw Racing Thoughts Short Temper
The Personalized Calm Menu
Fill in go-to strategies tailored to your life
Micro-Resets
1 to 3 minutes (in class or on bus)
Ex: 2 deep sighs, cold water on wrists
Brain Breaks
15 to 30 minutes after school
Ex: Favorite music, walk outside, doodle
Deep Recharge
1+ hours on the weekend
Ex: Movie marathon, digital detox, baking
5-4-3-2-1 Panic Stopper:
5 See • 4 Touch • 3 Hear • 2 Smell • 1 Kind Thought
My Digital Peace Boundaries
An app, account, or habit that drains my energy:
My action plan (e.g. mute, timer limit, sleep mode):
My Pressure Release Mantra
A soothing reminder to myself when everything feels like too much all at once.
Glow Club • Session 5 Stress Reset • You do not have to carry the whole world on your shoulders.
Future Glow Facilitator Guide Week 6 Facilitator Plan Glow Club Curriculum Finale
30 Minutes
Future Glow: Celebration & Sisterhood
Goal: Celebrate personal growth across the 6 weeks, anchor peer bonds through genuine affirmations, and launch students forward.
Celebration Vibe
Joyful, warm, celebratory. Play an upbeat playlist as girls walk into the circle.
Keepsake Materials
Keepsake Certificates, colorful sharpies, stickers, optional light snacks/sparkling cider.
Key Sentiment
The circle may end today, but the confidence, voice, and boundaries stay with you forever.
30-Minute Schedule
00-05m
Celebration Welcome & High-Five Kickoff
Welcome the group with enthusiasm: "We made it to Week 6! Look around at who was here on day one versus today." Quick energy check: "What is one feeling you have being here today?"
05-10m
The 6-Week Rewind Video Reel (Mental Journey)
Quickly recap the journey: Week 1 (Real You) discovering superpowers; Week 2 (Inner Voice) flipping negative scripts; Week 3 (Friend Vibes) setting boundaries; Week 4 (Voice Power) speaking up without apologies; Week 5 (Pressure Drop) learning to rest.
10-22m
Activity: The "Strength Shower" Keepsake Exchange
Hand out the Future Glow Keepsake Sheets. Girls write their name in the center. Pass the sheets clockwise around the circle. Every girl writes a genuine, character-based affirmation for each peer (e.g., "Your honesty is refreshing," "You bring so much warmth" ).
22-27m
Silent Reading & Circle Reflection
Return sheets to their owners. Allow 2 minutes of silent, private reading. Ask: "What is one compliment on your paper that took you by surprise or made you feel truly seen?"
27-30m
Closing Sisterhood Toast & Final Glow Oath
Stand together. Raise water cups or hands to the center. Recite the Glow Promise: "I will honor my voice, choose uplifting friendships, and never dim my shine to make someone else comfortable." Final group cheer!
Peer Affirmation Ideas (No Appearance-Only Compliments!)
• "You make people feel safe to be themselves."
• "Your courage when you speak up is inspiring."
• "You have a natural sense of humor and joy."
• "You are an incredibly thoughtful listener."
• "You stand up for what is fair and right."
Future Glow Keepsake Certificate 06
Glow Club // Future Glow Keepsake
Celebrating 6 weeks of authenticity, sisterhood, and personal power.
Celebrated:
Walking into Week 1, I felt:
Stepping out of Week 6, I know:
The Circle Strength Shower
Pass this sheet around! Circle peers write one genuine strength they admire in you.
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My Personal Glow Manifesto
Permanent Commitment
"I promise to honor my own feelings, communicate with calm confidence, protect my personal boundaries, and surround myself with friendships that celebrate my light. I will never shrink myself to fit into rooms where I belong in full bloom."
My Signature:
Date:
Glow Club Curriculum Graduate • Keep this as a lifelong reminder of your power and truth.
