Kindness & Leadership
One simple way to show kindness to a classmate
Giving a compliment, helping them, inviting them to join, etc.
What is a bystander?
Someone who sees bullying happen but does not take action.
hitting, kicking or pushing
Physical Bullying
Myth or Fact. Bullying is just a normal part of growing up.
Myth. Bullying is harmful and should never be accepted.
Who is the first person to tell if you see bullying?
A trusted adult. teacher, counselor, or staff member.
A leader is
Someone who sets a good example and influences others in positive ways
What is an upstander?
Someone who helps stop bullying by speaking up or getting help
name-calling or threats
Verbal Bullying
Myth or Fact. Telling an adult about bullying is tattling/snitching.
Myth. Reporting keeps people safe.
Where in school is bullying most likely to happen?
specials, bus, hallway, cafeteria, clubs, etc.
What is the difference in being kind vs nice
Nice is polite behavior; kind involves intention and caring actions.
Name one safe way to be an upstander.
Tell an adult, comfort the victim, distract the bully, etc.
spreading rumors or leaving someone out on purpose
Social bullying
Myth or Fact. Only kids who are "different" get bullied
Myth. Anyone can be bullied, for any reason.
What is the result if you engage in bullying at your school?
Why is it important to think before you speak?
Words can hurt or help others, and leaders choose kindness.
Why might someone choose to be a bystander instead of an upstander?
Fear, not knowing what to do, thinking it’s not their business
A student secretly records another student tripping in the hallway, then shows it to friends to get laughs. Identify two types of bullying involved AND explain why.
Physical (the tripping), social/relational (sharing the video to humiliate) possibly cyber if posted the video online
Bullying can cause long-term emotional and mental effects, even after the bullying stops. Give one
Fact. Effects may include anxiety, low confidence, depression, trouble trusting others, fear of social situations, headaches/stomachaches, or stress. These feelings can last because bullying damages a person’s sense of safety, belonging, and self-worth.
Explain why reporting bullying benefits the entire school environment, not just the student being bullied.
Reporting bullying is an act of safety and responsibility, not tattling.
A new student joins your class. You notice they sit alone at lunch and seem nervous. Give one leadership action you could take.
Invite them into a group, introduce them to others, help them understand routines, stay with them the first few days, check in privately to see how they’re doing, etc.
Give an example of turning a bystander moment into an upstander moment
Seeing someone teased → telling the bully to stop or reporting it
Describe a bullying situation that includes all four types (physical, verbal, social, cyber). Explain each part clearly.
situation has .. verbal, physical, social and cyber in the example
Describe why upstanders are so effective at stopping bullying. Then give a real or realistic example of how an upstander could stop a bullying situation within seconds.
FACT: Most bullying stops quickly when someone speaks up, supports the person being bullied, or tells a trusted adult.
How many days in a row do you need for the 50-point Watson Financial bonus?
5 purple rising days in a row