Types of Bullying
Repeatedly spreading rumors to ruin someone's reputation is an example of what type of bullying?
What is relational or social bullying?
What do you call someone who takes positive action to help a person being targeted
What is an upstander
True or False: A friend can turn into a bully.
True
If someone is bullying you and telling you to fight back physically, is fighting the right long-term solution?
False
When an 8th-grade leader notices a student sitting completely alone at lunch, what is the fastest way to practice inclusive leadership
What is walking over, inviting them to sit at your table, or striking up a casual conversation?
True or False: For an behavior to be classified as bullying, it must involve a real or perceived power imbalance.
True
Why are bystanders who stand by and laugh actually hurting the situation
It encourages the person doing the bullying to continue
What should you do if a friend tries to drag you into gossiping or spreading a rumor about a classmate?
Change the subject, walk away, or say "I'm not doing this
What is "self-advocacy" when a peer tries to pressure you into cheating or copying your homework?
Standing firm on your boundaries and saying no
This term refers to the overall "vibe," mood, and feeling of safety within a school building, which student leaders have a massive role in shaping
What is school climate or school culture
Name three common forms of face-to-face bullying
What are verbal name-calling, physical hitting/tripping, and social exclusion?
Name one low-risk way a bystander can help without directly confronting the aggressor.
Check in on the target privately, distract the situation, or report it anonymously
How does digital/cyberbullying differ from face-to-face bullying regarding reach?
It can happen 24/7, outside of school hours, and reach a massive audience instantly.
What is the crumpled paper exercise
A quick activity where students crumple and step on paper, try to flatten it out, and realize the "scars" remain—symbolizing how emotional scars from bullying stick around.
If a student leader notices their friend group consistently leaving one specific classmate out of weekend plans and group chats, what leadership trait are they failing to show
What is integrity, empathy, or inclusive leadership
True or False: If a hurtful or threatening post receives hundreds of likes, the behavior becomes acceptable.
What is False?
True or False: Telling a trusted adult is considered "tattling"
False
If someone sends you a mean or threatening message in a private group chat, does school staff have jurisdiction if it impacts the school environment?
Yes, depending on school policy and whether it affects safety and learning
How can 8th-grade leaders set the tone for incoming 6th or 7th graders?
Modeling inclusion, welcoming new students, and refusing to laugh at exclusionary jokes.
What is the difference between a reactive school leader and a proactive school leader when it comes to bullying
(A reactive leader waits for bullying to happen and reports it; a proactive leader works ahead of time to build a kind culture so bullying doesn't start in the first place.
What is the critical difference between teasing and bullying
(Teasing is playful and mutual where no one's feelings are hurt; bullying is intentional, has a power imbalance, and happens repeatedly
What are three trusted adults an 8th-grader can go to at school or home?
school counselor, teacher, parent, administrator.
What is an "I" statement you can use when a friend treats you unkindly?
any
What is the name of my leadership gorup I am in
NSAA student advior committee
In leadership psychology, this two-word term describes the phenomenon where people copy the behavior of the most popular or influential peers in the room. Student leaders can use it to make kindness "catchy
What is social modeling or leading by example