True or False
It is okay to shout or talk loudly in the grocery store as long as you’re excited about something.
False
Others may feel ____ if you do unexpected things in public.
uncomfortable, annoyed, frustrated, and possible have weird thoughts about the person.
What should you do if you come to class a little late (Excused) and everyone is sitting in their chairs quietly?
Find a seat and sit down quietly. You should NOT talk, disrupt, comment to others.
What happens when you show expected/ appropriate behaviors?
You form relationships, join new spaces, receive positive attention
If someone else is using inappropriate language it is okay for you to also.
False
___ __ ____ if you don't know if something is appropriate or not.
ask an adult
During a math lesson, the teacher is explaining a new concept. A classmate starts cracking jokes and whispering to you. What do you do?
What happens when you show more unexpected/ inappropriate behaviors?
embarrassment/ shame, social rejection, safety risk
When trying to get inside the office, it is okay to squeeze past people to get in.
False. You should always say excuse me so that they can make room for you to get in.
Showing appropriate behaviors in public helps build _____.
independence
At lunch, someone accidentally bumps into you, spilling some of your drink on your shirt. They immediately apologize but seem embarrassed. What could you do?
The line is long at a fast food restaurant, and someone ahead of you is taking their time deciding what to order. You loudly complain or roll your eyes to show frustration. What are the potential consequences?
You upset others in line, and you may receive negative looks or comments.
If a stranger talks to you in a friendly way at the store, you should respond politely but avoid giving out personal information.
True
It is not okay to do ______ ______ even though everyone else is doing them.
Inappropriate behaviors
You are having a bad day and feeling overwhelmed in class, what can you do?
Take a few breaths. Communicate with an adult. Avoid Mean comments. A bad day is not an excuse for bad behavior.
Your friends threaten to fight after lunch. You pull out your phone to video tape - what are possible consequences?
Suspension, write up, police contact, parents talking about your role, students talking about your role
Helpful vs. hurtful?
You should always clean up after yourself if you spill something in a public space.
True
Knowing what behaviors are appropriate in public is important because it promotes positive social interactions, prevents disruptions, and _____ .
You have something private that you want to share with your friend. What do you do?
Wait until you have free time and share the information to your friend quietly, away from others. Tell the friend it is private information and not to share it with others.
During a movie, your friend starts talking loudly to share a joke about the scene. You laugh loudly and join in on the jokes. What are the potential consequences?
Other audience members might shush you or complain to the staff, and you could be asked to leave.