types of Bullying
Hitting, pushing, and damaging property are examples of what type of bullying?
Physical Bullying
What is the difference between introversion and isolation?
Choice vs. circumstance
Eating alone or skipping lunch are examples of what type of indicator?
Social indicator
When you catch yourself thinking, “Nobody likes me,” what’s a more positive way to think about it?
“I just haven’t found my group yet” / “I’ll find people who get me.
What’s one simple way a teacher can make sure every student feels noticed at the start of class
Saying hello, doing a check-in, or letting everyone share something quick
Name-calling and threats fall under this category.
Verbal Bullying
True or False: Isolation only affects emotions, not academics.
False – it affects both
Which digital red flag might show isolation online?
Posts expressing loneliness / sudden changes in online activity
What’s one quick way to calm down when you feel stressed or anxious
Deep breaths, counting 5 things you see/hear/feel, or muscle relaxation.
If the teacher switches up groups so no one is always left out, what does that help prevent?
Cliques forming / the same kids always being excluded.
Which form of bullying directly creates isolation through exclusion or rumors?
Social Bullying
Students experiencing isolation are at how much higher risk for depression and anxiety
3x higher risk
Name two academic changes linked to isolation.
Declining grades, avoiding group activities, decreased effort in homework
Writing in a journal, drawing, or making music are all ways to do what with your feelings?
Express them in a healthy way
What’s it called when an older or trained student helps guide and support another student?
Peer mentoring
This form of bullying can follow students everywhere through phones and social media
Cyberbullying
Name two academic impacts of isolation
Declining grades, avoiding group work, decreased participation, skipping school events
Which behaviors may signal isolation?
Frequent absences, visiting nurse/counselor, withdrawn appearance, hygiene changes
Why might it help to make a list of things you’re good at or enjoy?
It builds confidence and helps you connect with people who share your interests.
What’s one easy thing you could say or do to make someone feel included?
Ask if they want to join, give them a compliment, or start a conversation with them.
What three elements define bullying
Intentional, repeated, and an imbalance of power
Complete the quote: “I felt like I was watching everyone else’s life through a ____.
Window
What makes isolation different from natural introversion?
Students want to connect but can’t vs. preferring solitude
Imagine you’re sitting alone at lunch and feeling left out. What’s one thing you could tell yourself or do to feel a little stronger in that moment?
Remind yourself it’s not forever, try saying hi to one person, or think of something positive about yourself.
Think about your school. If you saw someone sitting by themselves for a week straight, what’s one real action you could take to help them feel included?
Ask them to sit with you, invite them into a group project, talk to them at lunch, or just check in with a kind word.