Sleep
T/F: Your body doesn't fight germs as well when you sleep a lot.
False: More sleep can help your immune system!
T/F: Junk food can't harm a teen's brain.
False! Too much junk food can harm your brain and affect how you learn and remember.
What happens if you are late to your classes at Stephens?
You get marked tardy
What does gratitude mean?
Thankfulness, appreciation, recognition
What are the four core required classes for all students?
Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies
T/F: If you miss just two hours of sleep, you will feel slow the next day!
True!
Name one healthy option the school cafeteria sells:
Smoothie bowls, sandwiches, power bowls...
What does it mean to be "punctual?"
On time
Why is it important to be grateful for what we have?
Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, have good experiences, improve their health, deal with hard times, and build strong relationships.
What does it mean to be on honor roll?
To get good grades (A's/B's)
How many hours of sleep does a preteen need?
9-12 hours
T/F: Teen brains are more sensitive to the temptation of junk food.
True!
Name two tips that will help you be on time.
Get enough sleep, give yourself enough time to eat and get ready, set alarm clocks, communicate any problems to teachers or parents.
T/F: Gratitude helps with deeper sleep.
True!
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
What happens when you don't get enough sleep?
You can get sick more easily, you can make more mistakes, you can get grumpier.
Why is junk food harmful?
Junk food affects your body. It can make people physically unhealthy AND affect your brain health.
Explain why this person isn't on time:
Jayden gets to his practice right at 4:00 when it starts, but they aren't dressed in their uniform and they didn't warm up.
Jayden is technically late because they should have gotten changed/warmed up before the start of practice.
Name 3 things you're grateful for!
Family, friends, health, food, free education, shelter, vacations...
When was the first Thanksgiving celebrated? 1500s, 1600s, 1700s, or 2000s?
1600s
What is REM sleep?
Rapid Eye Movement (dreaming part of sleep)
Name a healthy option for dinner, a drink, and dessert.
Example: Burrito bowl with veggies, real fruit juice, and an apple with peanut butter.
Why is it important to be on time?
Being on time in school will help you get into colleges and get scholarships. In the working world, people who are on time get promotions.
Name one U.S. holiday associated with gratitude.
Thanksgiving
What day is Thanksgiving always on?
Fourth Thursday of November