At School
You squeak your wet shoes in the hall because your friend thinks it's funny.
Unexpected
Even though your friend is laughing, you should not squeak your shoes in the hallway. This could be distracting to other students and staff.
You notice the last person didn't flush and so you loudly say "Disgusting! What is WRONG with some people?"
Unexpected
It is okay to think that something is disgusting, but we do not want to say this loudly in the bathroom. Remember to use your social filter!
When you get home from school, you drop your stuff at the door because you're tired.
Unexpected
You should put your things where they belong so no one trips over them.
In an elevator, you face the back wall to avoid looking at other people.
Unexpected
This can be viewed as rude towards other people.
It's ok to pick your nose around other people if you think nobody is watching you.
False
You should go to the bathroom and get a tissue.
Someone bumps into you in the hallway and you say "Ow!"
Expected
It is okay to say Ow when something hurts. But, remember, we do not want to yell in the hallway.
You warn someone that there's no toilet paper in a stall.
Expected
This is being respectful to the next person in line. How can you help out in this situation if it were the restroom at school?
After eating, you put your dishes away and help clear the table. You accidentally drop a dish and say loudly "don't walk over here!"
Expected
In this situation, it would be okay to give other people a warning that there is a broken dish on the ground.
At a restaurant, you wait until everyone has their food before you start to eat.
Expected
It is respectful to wait until the other people at your table also get their food.
It's okay to call someone skinny, but not okay to call them fat.
False
You should not make judgements about others' appearances.
You're confused about what you are supposed to be doing for an activity so you look around the room to see what your classmates are doing.
Expected
This is an example of using social cues for help to get back on track!
You make eye contact with the person next to you and start a conversation about the weather.
Unexpected
It is unexpected to look at the person next you using the restroom and start a conversation. This could make other people feel uncomfortable.
Your parent asks you to stop playing video games, so you decide to finish the level you're on first.
Unexpected
This would be disrespectful to your parents.
When you are at the movies, your phone rings and you answer it just in case it might be important.
Unexpected
If something might be important, step outside of the theater to answer. If you are with an adult, make sure to get permission.
People want to hear all about a new movie if they haven't seen it yet.
False
This could be seen as bothersome to someone if they have not seen the movie yet.
In class, your teacher starts a conversation about best types of video games and their market value with age. You don't agree with her and the other peers in class so you start yell at everyone call then stupid and walk out of class.
Unexpected
It is okay to have a difference of opinion and share your thoughts, it is not okay to call people names, tell or storm out because you do not agree.
You are in a hurry to get back to class on time so rush and don't wash your hands after using the bathroom.
Unexpected
It is unhealthy to not wash your hands after using the bathroom. This is how germs are spread!
You offer to help carry groceries into the house after a shopping trip.
Expected
This would be a helpful thing to do for your parents.
At the grocery store, you change your mind about getting something and just leave it on a nearby shelf.
Unexpected
You should put the item back where it belongs.
You should try to act interested in what other people talk about, even if you think it's boring.
True
This would be a respectful thing to do when talking with someone.
You whisper to your class para to ask for help because you don't understand the question or the directions.
Expected
The para is there to help you, so it is okay to ask them for help, as long as you are being quiet and respectful.
Someone farts in the stall next to yours and you pretend not to notice it.
Expected
This is being respectful of other people in the restroom. It would be inappropriate, rude, and uncomfortable to make a comment.
After noticing the garbage is full, you empty it and replace it with a new bag.
Expected
This is a helpful thing to do for your parents.
You hold the door open for another person as you enter/leave the building.
Expected
This is a respectful thing to do for others.
If a person is talking about something you think is boring, it's okay to start talking about something completely different.
False
Just as how you would want someone to listen to you if you were talking about something that interests you, you should be respectful and listen to them too.