Speak up when a schedule conflicts with work

For students

You work from 4 to 8 on Thursday. A required class meeting was moved to 4:30. You want to handle both.

Name the conflict and ask about one option. Confirm what you’ll do next.

Tell the teacher: “My shift starts at 4. Is there another meeting time?”

Tell your manager: “Could I start at 5 this Thursday if I arrange coverage?”

Confirm: “I’ll check which option is possible and let you know by Wednesday.”

For the counselor

2 min • Start. Say “This is a practice conversation. Use the fictional schedule.”

6 min • Practice. Choose one person to ask. Model the line. Partner replies “I can meet Friday at lunch” or “Check who can cover, then tell me.” Switch roles. Ask students to repeat the agreed next step.

2 min • Check. Sample: “I’ll meet the teacher Friday at lunch and confirm by Wednesday.” Listen for a clear request and follow-up.

Fictional examples are fine. Students can point, speak, or pass.