Social Emotional Learning Jeopardy

Bullying

100

What is bullying?

• Repeated mean behavior

• Hurting someone on purpose

• Using power to control someone

• Making someone feel unsafe

• Targeting someone again and again

• Physical, verbal, social, or online behavior meant to cause harm

200

Name one type of bullying and provide an example. 

• Physical bullying
• Verbal bullying
• Social bullying
• Cyberbullying
• Excluding others on purpose
• Spreading rumors
• Threatening someone
• Teasing that is repeated and hurtful

300

If you see bullying happening, what is a safe thing you can do?

• Tell a trusted adult

• Support the person being bullied

• Include the person in your group

• Walk away and get help

• Speak up respectfully if safe

• Report it online if it happens digitally

• Check in with the person afterward

• Refuse to join in

400

A student says, "I was only joking," after repeatedly making comments that hurt another student's feelings. Does the intention matter more, or does the impact matter more? Explain.

• Impact matters because the person was hurt
• Good intentions do not erase harm
• People should pay attention to how their actions affect others
• Apologizing and changing behavior is important
• Listening to the affected person's perspective helps

500

A group of students creates a private group chat and repeatedly leaves one student out. No one says anything mean. Could this still be bullying? Why or why not?

• Yes, it may be social bullying

• Repeated exclusion can cause emotional harm

• Bullying is not only about mean words

• The student may feel isolated or rejected

• The behavior creates a power imbalance

• Context matters (was it intentional and repeated?)

• Inclusion is an important part of a healthy community

Equality & Fairness

100

What does equality mean?

• Treating people fairly

• Respecting everyone

• Giving people opportunities

• Making sure everyone feels valued

• Recognizing that everyone matters

• Supporting inclusion

200

Why is it important to include everyone?

• Everyone deserves to belong
• It builds community
• It strengthens friendships
• People feel respected
• Different perspectives help us learn
• It creates a welcoming environment
• It reduces loneliness
• It helps everyone participate 

300

What is a stereotype?

• An unfair assumption

• Judging someone before knowing them

• Believing all people in a group are the same

• Making conclusions without facts

• Ignoring individual differences

• A belief that may not be true

400

Two students are taking the same test. One student receives extra time because of a learning need. Another student says, "That's unfair because I didn't get extra time." How would you explain the difference between equality and fairness?

• Equality means everyone gets the same thing

• Fairness means people get what they need

• Different supports help students succeed

• Extra time helps remove barriers

• Fair does not always mean identical

• Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to learn

500

What are some important ideas that support cultural equality and inclusion?

• Respecting and valuing different cultures

• Ensuring everyone has equal opportunities to succeed

• Recognizing and challenging stereotypes

• Celebrating diversity within a community

• Learning about perspectives different from your own

• Including all voices in discussions and decisions

• Treating people with dignity regardless of their background

• Understanding that equity may require different supports for different people

• Appreciating cultural traditions, languages, and beliefs

Growth vs. Fixed Mindset

100

Which mindset says, "I can improve with practice"?

Growth Mindset 

200

Complete the sentence: "I can't do this _____."

• Yet

• Right now

• At the moment

• But I can keep trying

300

What can mistakes teach us?

• New strategies

• What to improve

• Problem-solving skills

• Resilience

• Patience

• How to learn from feedback

• What works and what doesn't

• Ways to grow

400

Two students receive their report card grades. One student earns an A but avoids challenging work because they are afraid of making mistakes. Another student earns a C but consistently takes on difficult tasks, learns from feedback, and shows significant improvement throughout the semester. Which student is demonstrating a stronger growth mindset, and what evidence supports your answer?

• The student earning the C demonstrated a stronger growth mindset because they focused on learning and improvement.

• The student showed perseverance when faced with challenges.

• They used feedback to grow rather than giving up.

• They valued effort, progress, and learning over simply earning a high grade.

500

When faced with a task that seems beyond your current abilities, how might a growth mindset influence the way you respond and the actions you take?

• Break the task into smaller steps
• Seek feedback and support
• View mistakes as opportunities to learn
• Focus on progress rather than immediate success
• Believe abilities can improve with effort and practice

Empathy

100

What is empathy?

• Understanding others' feelings

• Putting yourself in someone else's shoes

• Trying to see another person's perspective

• Caring about how others feel

• Recognizing emotions in others

200

What clues can help you understand how someone feels?

• Facial expressions
• Body language
• Tone of voice
• Actions
• Words they use
• Energy level
• Eye contact
• Behavior changes 

300

A classmate seems upset after lunch. What are some empathetic responses?

• Ask if they are okay

• Listen without interrupting

• Invite them to join you

• Offer support

• Respect their feelings

• Encourage them to talk to a trusted adult

• Show kindness

• Give them space if needed

400

Two students worked equally hard on a project. One receives an award, while the other does not. Both students have strong emotions about the outcome. How could you demonstrate empathy toward both students without minimizing either person's feelings?

• Acknowledge and validate both students' emotions.
• Understand that both students may have different but equally important feelings.
• Listen without judgment to each student's perspective.
• Avoid comparing their experiences or telling either student how they should feel.
• Show support to the student who is disappointed while still being happy for the student who succeeded

500

A student is acting rude and impatient during group work. Most classmates assume they are being mean. What are some reasons empathy might help you avoid jumping to conclusions?

• We may not know what they are experiencing

• They could be having a difficult day

• There may be challenges at home or school

• Empathy helps us consider other perspectives

• Assumptions can be incorrect

• Understanding leads to better problem-solving

• People often have feelings we cannot see

• We should seek understanding before judging

SEL Fun

100

Why is it important to have classes like SEL and what was your favorite lesson/activity we did in class and why? 

• SEL helps students develop skills needed for success in school, relationships, and life.
• It teaches students how to manage emotions, solve conflicts, and make responsible decisions.
• SEL helps create a safe, respectful, and inclusive school community.
• Students learn empathy, communication, and teamwork skills that are important beyond the classroom.
• Answer depends on details. 

200

What was your favorite journal prompt to write about this year and why? 

-Answer depends on details. 

300

What was your favorite lesson in SEL this year and why ? What was one new thing you learned this year?

-Answer depends on details. 

400

What are all the zone colors and name two emotions in each zone?

-Blue (Sad, sick, tired, bored, moving slowly).

-Green(Happy, calm, focused, ready to learn, feeling okay).

-Yellow (Excited, frustrated, worried, silly wiggly, loss of some control). 

-Red (Angry/mad, terrified, elated, out of control, yelling/hitting).

500

What is Ms. DeJesus ethnicity and two other scholars in your groups ethnicity? 

Example: Mexican, Dominican)

-Portuguese, Puerto Rican, and Black