Description

Stop the end-of-year boredom! This No Prep Student Reflection resource moves beyond generic lists and invites Middle School and High School students to hand out Superlative Awards for the “highly specific” and “idiosyncratic” moments of their year.

Whether you are looking for End of the Year Activities for June or New Year Activities for January, this Reflection Worksheet helps students synthesize their personal growth with the world around them. Inspired by the New York Times “Highlight Reel,” students will research current trends and design awards for categories of their own making—like “Best Song to Study to” or “Tastiest Late-Night Snack.”

What’s Included in this Resource?
Comprehensive Lesson Plan: Includes Common Core Standards, Essential Questions, and step-by-step Procedures to lead a successful 45-60 minute class.
Creative Writing Prompts: Brainstorming tools that push students toward Personal Narrative and deep reflection.
The “Highly Specific” Worksheet: A Digital and Printable template for students to finalize their unique awards.
Teacher Cheat Sheet: 25+ “unsticking” ideas to help students who struggle with Growth Mindset and reflection.
Grading Rubric: A 20-point scale for easy assessment of creativity, research, and detail.
Editable Certificates: Fun Awards you can present to students for their “Idiosyncratic Excellence.”

Why Teachers Love This:
Evergreen Content: Use this year after year for End of School Year wrap-ups or New Year Reflection in Secondary ELA, Social Studies, or SEL / Advisory.
High Engagement: Moves away from “boring” academic reflection and leans into pop culture and personal identity.
Classroom Community: Perfect for the Last Week of School to help students share memories and build connections.
No Prep: Simply print and go, or assign the digital version directly to your Google Classroom!

Perfect For:
Middle School & High School students (Grades 6-12)
New Year Resolutions and Goal Setting
Semester Reflection
Character Education & SEL lessons
Memory Book additions

Help your students celebrate the “mosts,” “worsts,” and “bests” of their year with a project they will actually enjoy!