What is one thing you wish adults understood about you?
“I’m trying my best.”
“Sometimes I don’t know how to explain things.”
“I want people to listen to me.”
Name a feeling you had this week.
Happy, sad, annoyed, nervous, excited, frustrated, proud.
What is your favorite class?
ANY
What does bullying usually look like for you?
Teasing, rumors, exclusion, name calling, online messages.
Name something you’re really good at.
Any strength or skill.
Name something that makes you feel really happy.
Friends
Video games
Sports
Pets
Spending time with family
What does your body feel like when you get really upset?
Heart beating fast
Tight chest
Wanting to yell or cry
Feeling hot or shaky
What is the hardest part of the school day?
Lunch
Hallways
Group work
Certain classes
Bullys
What feeling shows up the most when bullying happens?
Sad, angry, embarrassed, hurt, confused.
What is a strength people might not notice about you?
Kindness, loyalty, persistence, creativity.
If you could change one rule at school, what would it be?
Less homework
Teachers stopping bullying faster
Longer lunch/recess
What helps you calm down when you're stressed?
Talking to someone
Playing games
Listening to music
Taking space
Deep breathing
Who at school helps you feel safe or supported?
Teacher
Friend
Counselor
Coach
What is one thing that has helped you deal with bullying before?
Ignoring it
Telling someone
Walking away
Staying with friends
What helps you keep going when things are hard?
Family, friends, hobbies, hope things will improve.
What is something people sometimes misunderstand about you?
Thinking I’m mad when I’m not
Thinking I don’t care
Thinking I’m being rude
What feeling is hardest to explain to people?
Feeling misunderstood
Embarrassment
Loneliness
Anger
What is something you’re really good at in school?
Math
Reading
Helping others
Sports
What do you wish people would do when they see bullying?
Stand up for me
Tell a teacher
Include me
Tell them to stop
What makes you a good friend?
Listening, helping, loyalty, humor.
If your life were a movie, what would the title be?
The Kid Who Keeps Going”
“Surviving Middle School”
“The Legend of [Client Name]”
If your feelings today were weather, what would the forecast be?
Sunny (good mood)
Cloudy (kind of down)
Stormy (really upset)
Partly cloudy (mixed feelings)
If school had a “level up” power, what would you choose?
Confidence boost
Invisibility from bullies
Super focus
Courage
If you could give advice to another kid being bullied, what would you tell them?
Tell someone you trust
It’s not your fault
Stay with safe people
What is something you are proud of about yourself?
Personal achievements, growth, bravery.