Inclusivity
You notice a classmate has been quieter than usual since coming back from the June holidays. What would you do?
You notice a classmate has been unusually quiet for the past few days and doesn’t seem like themselves.
Your close friends are chatting loudly while the teacher is away. Other classmates are getting annoyed, but you’re worried they’ll think you’re being bossy if you ask them to quiet down. What would you do and why?
Your class is preparing for a presentation. One teammate doesn’t contribute much because they misunderstood what they were supposed to do. The rest of the group is frustrated.
As a Class Exco, how would you handle this situation?
After the June holidays, your class seems less energetic than before. Participation in class activities has dropped.
As a Class Exco, what could you do to help improve class morale?
During group work, the same few classmates always work together, leaving one classmate out. As a Class Exco, what could you do?
A classmate tells you they feel overwhelmed by homework, tests and CCA commitments, and they’re struggling to cope. How would you support them?
After the June holidays, class participation has dropped. Fewer classmates volunteer during activities, and the class atmosphere feels less enthusiastic.
Your class is preparing for a presentation. One teammate doesn’t contribute much because they misunderstood what they were supposed to do. The rest of the group is frustrated.
How would you help the class communicate more effectively?
Your class forgets to submit something important on time, and everyone starts blaming each other.
How would you help the class move forward instead of focusing on blame?
Your class is planning a bonding activity, but one classmate isn‘i interested in the ideas everyone else likes.
How would you make sure everyone’s voices are considered?
A classmate has become less involved in class activities. When you ask if they’re okay, they simply reply, “I’m fine,” but you feel something may still be bothering them.
What would you do?
The class is deciding on a class bonding activity. Most classmates want one option, but a small group feels excluded because they cannot participate comfortably.
How would you help the class make a fair decision?
One of your classmates organised a class activity, but many students didn’t enjoy it. They ask you for honest feedback.
How would you give feedback that is honest but also encouraging?
You have a test tomorrow, but your classmates are asking for help with organising a class activity. You don’t have enough time to do both well.
How would you balance your responsibilities as a student and a Class Exco?
Your class naturally sticks to the same friendship groups during activities. No one is being intentionally left out, but some classmates rarely interact with anyone outside their own group.
As a Class Exco, what could you do to help build a more connected class?
A classmate tells you they feel like they don’t belong in the class anymore and are thinking of giving up on participating in class activities.
A classmate suggests making a joke during a class presentation that you think could embarrass another student. Everyone else seems to think it’s funny.
Would you speak up, even if you were the only one who disagreed? Why or why not?
Your EXCO team is organising an event. Two EXCO members disagree strongly on how to run it, and the disagreement is slowing down planning. Both think their idea is the best.
As a fellow Class EXCO, what would you do to help the team move forward?
Your class spent weeks planning an activity, but it gets cancelled at the last minute because of bad weather. Many classmates are upset and lose motivation.
As a Class EXCO, how would you respond?
You realise that the same two classmates are often left out during class discussions, games and activities. No one is openly bullying them, but they are rarely included. They have also stopped volunteering and participating in class.
What would you do as a Class EXCO to help create a more inclusive class environment?
A classmate shares something that makes you worried about their safety or well-being and asks you to keep it a secret. How would you respond?
One of your closest friends tells you they have been treating another classmate badly online. They promise they’ll stop and ask you not to tell anyone. A few days later, you realise the behaviour hasn’t stopped.
As a Class Exco, what would you do? What factors would you consider before making your decision?
A classmate tells you they feel that the Class EXCOs only listen to their own friends and don’t care about everyone else. You don’t agree completely, but you understand why they feel that way.
How would you respond to the classmate, and what would you do next as a Class EXCO?
Several classmates say the Class Excos are not doing enough for the class. You know your team has been working hard behind the scenes, but the criticism is making everyone in the Exco feel discouraged.
As a Class Exco, how would you respond to the criticism while keeping your team motivated?