In Community
What does it mean to show empathy?
Understand how someone else is feeling.
What are some examples of problems in a school community?
Any examples
True or False: You can control what other people think about you.
False
What is one thing you can say to yourself when you feel stressed?
“I can handle this,” “I can make a plan,” or “I’ll do my best.”
What's a point of view?
How someone thinks and feels about something.
True or False: When you want to help someone, it’s important to stop and ask if they need your help first.
True
Who can be affected by problems in a school community?
Students, teachers, yard duty, parents, and visitors, etc.
Name one thing you CAN change to make presentations less stressful.
Practice ahead of time, prepare notes, ask for help, positive thinking, or not waiting until the last minute.
True or False: Changing your thinking sometimes helps your emotions.
True because thoughts can affect how you feel.
What happens when you try solving a community solution alone and only considering your point of view?
It may solve one issue but create new problems for others.
How do you identify a problem in the community?
-Listen to others thoughts and feelings (Point of view)
-Look closely at your community
True or False: Community problems should only be solved by teachers or adults.
False: Students can help identify and solve problems too.
Scenario:
Jordan studied for a math test but still got a low grade.
What can't Jordan change?
What can Jordan change?
What can’t Jordan change?
The grade that was already given.
What CAN Jordan change?
Study habits, asking the teacher for help, practicing more, or thinking “I can improve next time.”
Scenario: A student is stressed at school because they woke up late, didn't pack their bag, had no breakfast, and forgot their lunch
What is one small change the student can make to help themself feel less stressed?
Some answers include: Pack their bag the night before, wake up earlier, or prepare ahead of time.
What are some respectful ways to solve a disagreement with a friend?
-Use calm words instead of yelling or blaming
-Take turns speaking and listening so both people feel heard
-Use “I statements” like “I feel upset when…” instead of “You always…”
-Look for a compromise where both people can agree on a solution
Imagine you see students walking to school, but a girl looks nervous. How can you find out what's bothering her?
-Ask her what's wrong
-Think about her point of view
What is the first step toward making positive change in a community?
Noticing problems and understanding how people feel.
Scenario:
A student feels sad about moving to a new school.
What can’t they change?
What CAN they change?
What can’t they change?
That the move is happening.
What CAN they change?
Trying to meet new people, joining activities, or focusing on new opportunities.
If a student is sad because their parent went on a business trip, can they change anything to help them feel better? If so what can they change?
Their thoughts or how they view the situation/problem.
How would you solve this community problem? Trash is being left all around the school (playground, classrooms, library, and more)
-Have students help clean up the school and receive prizes in return
Why is empathy important in a community?
Empathy helps us understand how others feel when coming up with a community solution.
How does working together help solve community problems?
People can share ideas and find better solutions together.
Scenario:
A friend says something rude during recess.
What can’t the student change?
What CAN they change?
What can’t the student change?
What the friend already said.
What CAN they change?
How they respond, calming down, talking respectfully, or asking an adult for help.
If a student is gossiping about you, what small change can you make to settle the situation?
-Can stay calm and take deep breaths to avoid gossiping back. Respectfully talk to the student or ask a trusted adult for help.
-Change your thoughts and remind yourself not to let the gossip control your emotions.
If you were in class and realized that you forgot your homework at home what small change can you make in that moment or what can you do in the future to avoid this from happening again?
-Place a note next to your bed reminding you to take your homework to school
-Create a checklist
-Have a planner