Main Concepts
A valuable skill that involves expressing your needs, desires, and concerns in various aspects of your life.
What is self-advocacy?
What is the first step in self-advocacy?
Know Yourself
(Take time to understand your strengths, weaknesses, values, and goals. Knowing yourself well is the foundation for effective self-advocacy.)
8. Which of the following is an example of self-advocacy?
A. Asking the teacher for clarification
B. Telling a friend to do your work
C. Complaining that the assignment is too hard
D. Sitting quietly in class
A
What famous playwright and poet was born in April?
William Shakespeare
(born April 23, 1564, died April 23, 1616).
Which county-level school district does Rock Ridge High School belong to?
What is Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS)?
Understanding your own strengths, challenges, and requirements.
What is self-awareness?
What is the second step in self-advocacy?
Identify Your Needs
(Clearly identify what you need or want in a given situation. This could be related to education, work, healthcare, relationships, or any other aspect of your life.)
*DAILY DOUBLE!
Which of the following did we review last month?
A. Peer Pressure, teamwork, and empathy
B. Compassion, empathy, and bullying
C. Empathy, collaboration, and teamwork
D. Bullying, peer pressure, and empathy
D
What annual environmental awareness day is celebrated on April 22?
Earth Day
True or False:
The school has a 140 ft tall cell tower on its property.
True
Consists of friends, family, or mentors who support you when needed.
What are Support Networks?
What is the third step in self-advocacy?
Educate Yourself
(Learn about your rights and responsibilities in different situations. Understanding the relevant policies and regulations will empower you to advocate for yourself more effectively.)
9. What is the main goal of self-advocacy?
A. To have everyone agree with you
B. To get special treatment
C. To communicate your needs and take responsibility
D. To complain to management
C
Which U.S. President was inaugurated on April 30, 1789?
George Washington
What are the official school colors?
Maroon, Silver, and White
Persisting in the face of obstacles and setbacks
What is resilience?
What is the fourth step in self-advocacy?
Communicate Effectively
(Practice expressing yourself clearly and assertively. Use "I" statements to convey your thoughts and feelings without sounding accusatory. For example, say "I need" or "I feel" rather than "You always" or "You never.")
Which of the following is the most critical distinction between self-advocacy and mere complaining?
A) Self-advocacy involves emotion, while complaining is objective.
B) Self-advocacy is aimed at a person in power; complaining is to peers.
C) Self-advocacy focuses on articulating a specific need and proposing a constructive solution.
D) Self-advocacy requires a legal representative, while complaining does not.
C
What type of trees are celebrated during a festival in Washington, D.C. every April?
Cherry Blossom Trees
Which school did Rock Ridge serve to relieve crowding from when it opened?
Briar Woods High School
Defining one’s own goals and path.
What is self-determination?
What is the fifth step in self-advocacy?
Be Persistent!
(Sometimes, advocating for yourself might require persistence. If you encounter obstacles, don't be discouraged. Be patient and continue to assert your needs.)
When preparing to advocate for yourself, why is "rehearsing" recommended?
A) To memorize a script so you do not have to think.
B) To reduce anxiety and clarify how to clearly state your needs.
C) To ensure you are acting.
D) To impress others with your speaking skills.
B
Which mythological creature has a dedicated holiday on April 9th?
The Unicorn
RRHS is renowned for its performing arts, becoming the first in the nation to produce what musical?
The Prince of Egypt: The Musical