At the beginning of the year, it is important that teachers and students get to know each other as hopeful and interesting people. Teachers may use various activities and lessons to set the tone for a hopeful year together with their class.
| Activity | Grade/Division of Lesson Plans |
| Colour Candy Icebreaker | All |
| “Hope is…” | Div 1, Div 4, All, All |
| Today I Hope That… | – |
| Class Hope Poem | Div 1 |
| Hope is an Open Heart | Div 1, Div 2, Div 1/2/3 |
| Hope Circles | Div 1, Div 2/3/4 |
| Hope Quotes | – |
| Hopes for the School Year | Div 2/3/4 |
For more information about the lessons and activities, feel free to contact us at sharpsmh@ualberta.ca.