CORE STEPS
This step is where you spot someone sitting by themselves
See Someone Alone
Instead of just saying "Hi", asking a question that requires more than a "yes" or "no' answer is called this
Open-ended question
This stressful mid-day period is often the hardest time for an isolated student who doesn't know where to sit
Lunch/Cafeteria
You can use this physical gesture on your face to make someone feel welcome and happy from far away
Smile
This emotion describes how a person feels when they think they have no one to play with or talk to
Lonely/Isolated
How many steps are in the Start With Hello Program
Three
Commenting on a cool backpack accessory, a sports hoodie, or a shoe style is using this type of positive icebreaker
A compliment
In PE class or group projects, this hurtful moment happens when two people are picked last or left over
Being Excluded
This is what you are doing when you listen carefully to someone and do not interrupt them
Good/Active listener
This trait means putting yourself in someone else's shoes to understand how they are feeling
Empathy
This is the last step where you initiate a conversation with someone new
Start With Hello
If a new kid is wearing a t-shirt of a band you like, you have just discovered this valuable conversation starter
Common ground/Shared interest
If you notice a classmate seems dangerously isolated or sad for a long time, this is the action you should take instead of keeping it to yourself
Tell a trusted adult/school counselor
This is the result of asking a classmate who is sitting by themselves at lunch to join you
Inclusion
The "Start With Hello" program aims to prevent this specific, lonely feeling that happens when a student feels left out from groups.
Social Isolation
This step involves approaching a person to make a difference instead of ignoringhim/her
Reach Out and Help
This simple 5 letter greeting is the easiest way to start a conversation with someone new
Hello
If a classmate suddenly stops talking, drops out of their favorite activities, or sits alone every day, these behaviors are known as warning signs or these types of flags.
Red Flags
This word describes a person who notices bullying or isolation happening but decides to step in and help instead of just watching.
Upstander
This is the ultimate goal of "Start With Hello" - making sure no student feels left out or invisible at school
Social Inclusion