Dr. Rios' Life
What did Dr. Rios do with his first loan?
Buy a house for his mom
What is a structured space where students share their thoughts and feelings to build trust, empathy, and community?
Community Circle
If something “slaps,” it’s not violent—it means this.
really good or impressive (especially music)
Where did Love Jefferson play college football?
Washington State University
This animated film features two sisters, Elsa and Anna, and a lovable snowman named Olaf.
Frozen
What is the name of Dr. Rios' teacher, who helped him graduate on time.
Ms. Russ
What are the three common survival responses our brain triggers when we feel threatened.
fight, flight, and freeze
When Gen Z says “I’m dead” after a joke, they really mean this.
“That was so funny”
Known for her viral TikTok song, this artist sings “Birds of a feather”
Billie Elish
This Marvel superhero movie broke box office records and featured the fictional African nation of Wakanda
Black Panther
What is the name of Dr. Rios’s son?
Marco Rios
What are the three stages a person can grow through on their journey toward healing and empowerment?
Victim, Survivor, and Thriver
This three-letter word is used to describe something that’s just okay, average, or not living up to the hype.
“mid”
What is the name of Audrey Lee’s first novel?
The Mechanics of Memory
This artist is known as the "King of Pop" and sang hits like "Thriller" and "Beat It."
Michael Jackson
What phrase did Ms. Russ tell Victor?
“I care for you, but I can't carry you.”
When we speak life into students and help them imagine who they can become, what are we practicing?
praise and projection
Saying “no cap” is a way to emphasize this.
“I’m being honest” or “I’m not lying”
This NBA team won the 2025 NBA Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder
This animated TV show features a yellow sponge who lives in a pineapple under the sea.
SpongeBob SquarePants
What position does Dr. Victor Rios hold at the University of California?
Professor of Sociology (MacArthur Foundation Chair)
What part of the brain do we need to be in to make good decisions and solve problems?
executive state
This phrase means “you totally understood the moment” or “you nailed it.”
“You ate (and left no crumbs)”
Where did Love Jefferson play professional football in the NFL?
Chicago Bears
Which K-pop group achieved global success with their hit song "Dynamite" in 2020?
BTS