Bulldog Way
What are the Bulldog Way Expectations
Be Responsible, Be Respectful, and Be Ready
Why is it important to know who is around you when you are speaking?
Show respect and not offend anyone.
List three ways to thank someone.
Thank You
I Appreciate It
That Was Very Helpful
Send a Card
Give a Nod and Wave
When talking to friends at school, you still need to…
Follow the Bulldog Way and use appropriate language
Your language is one of the first things people notice about you. Explain what people will think of you if the first time they meet you, you are using inappropriate language?
Potential Answers:
Disrespectful
Uneducated
Unapproachable
Not Friendly
What voice level should you use in the hallways?
Voice Level 0-2
Some words are okay to say in different places. Complete this statement:
Different places have different ____________
Expectations/Rules/etc.
Why is it important to show gratitude?
To show people you appreciate them.
Showing gratitude has been shown to lead to greater happiness.
When you are talking with your friends, it is still important to know who is around you. Give at least one reason why.
Potential Answer:
Your friend might be okay with your language but others around you might hear it and not be okay with your language.
If an adult tells you, “no,” instead of getting mad and using inappropriate language, you can…
Look the adult in the eye
Say, “Okay”
Stay Calm
Ask questions in a polite manner
Name at least one procedure for entering the classroom.
Voice Level 0-1
Keep hands to yourself
Go directly to our seat
Get out needed class materials
If you are frustrated and feel the urge to use inappropriate language, what is something you could do instead?
Potential Answers:
Take a deep breath
Walk away
Say, “I am frustrated”
List three non-verbal ways to show gratitude.
Play their favorite song in the car
Leave a small gift for them
Make them a piece of art
It is okay to not always agree with your friend(s). What is one way you can express this to your friend(s)?
Potential Answers:
“Okay, we are going to have to agree to disagree on this one.”
“Wait, let me explain my idea”
If you disagree with an adult, instead of getting mad and using inappropriate language, you can…
Look at the person
Use a pleasant voice tone
Say, “I understand how you feel.”
Tell why you feel differently
Give a reason
Listen to the other person
What are the following procedures for?
Allow room for help
Only talk to a respected adult about the events
Follow directions from adults
Keep all electronic devices away
Get help!
Bystander Expectations
How does what we say hold so much power?
Potential Answer:
Words influence people and build relationships for the good or the bad
Name two things you can do today to show gratitude to an adult in your life (list the adult)
Do a chore
Cook dinner
Thank them from something specific
Before addressing a group of friends in the hall, assess the situation. What are some reason you should NOT approach your friends?
Potential Answers:
It will make you late for class.
They are doing something they should not be doing.
You are frustrated and think you might say something you will regret.
If you are asked to “get to class” and you do not want to. How can you respond appropriately?
Potential Answer:
Look at the adult
Say, “Okay.”
Stay Calm
What is the cell phone policy at BMS?
Off and Put Away!
Swearing when you are frustrated only lets people know you are frustrated. It does not let people know what is wrong. How can you express what is really wrong?
Potential Answer:
Ask to take a break and find an adult to tell what really is wrong
Thank someone in your TA for something they’ve done for you recently. Be specific.
Thank you for reminding me what our homework was.
Thank you for holding the door for me.
Regardless of who you are talking to it is still important to________________
Show RESPECT!
When talking to an adult and you are very frustrated, instead of using inappropriate language, you can…
Potential Answer:
Think about how you are feeling
Think about how you can put those feelings into words
Express your feelings in words instead of actions of frustration