GODDESS
GODDESS stand for...
Goal-Oriented, Determined Divas who Envision Superior Success
What Black woman poet is known for the poem “Still I Rise”?
Maya Angelou
True or False: Someone can genuinely have feelings for you and still treat you in unhealthy ways.
TRUE — feelings and treatment are two different things. You deserve both.
What is the difference between a WISH and a GOAL?
A wish is just hoping. A goal has a plan, action steps, and follow-through behind it.
Who is SpongeBob's best friend?
Patrick Star
Who founded GODDESS Mentoring?
Ms. Scott
What is the name of the first Black woman to go to space?
Mae C. Jemison
Your friend only texts you when she needs something — a favor, someone to vent to, or when she's bored. The second you need her, she's nowhere.Is this a healthy relationship?
UNHEALTHY — one-sided. Healthy relationships go both ways.
What does the S in SMART goals stand for?
Specific
True or False: You can be completely disrespectful without saying a single rude word.
TRUE — rolling your eyes, sucking your teeth, silence, sighing, your face, your posture — all of it communicates disrespect.
Name 2 things GODDESS helps you grow in that have nothing to do with your academics.
self-worth, confidence, healthy relationships, leadership, sisterhood, voice, mental wellness, goal-setting, community, self worth
This gymnast has won more Olympic and World Championship medals than any American gymnast in history. At Tokyo she stepped back to protect her mental health — and came back at Paris 2024 to win again.
Simone Biles
Your friend starts talking to a guy you used to deal with. She never said anything to you — you found out through the group chat. She says "y'all weren't even together so it's not a big deal."Healthy, unhealthy, or does it depend?
unhealthy OR depends — the issue isn't necessarily what she did, it's HOW she handled it. No conversation, no loyalty, no respect = red flag regardless.
What does the T in SMART goals stand for, and why does it matter?
Time-bound; it gives you a deadline/time frame
What is tone?
Tone is HOW you say something — the feeling and energy behind your words. Not just what you say, but the attitude and body language behind it.
A new girl joins and she's clearly shy and uncomfortable. She's not sure she belongs. Name 2 specific things the group can do to make her feel welcome WITHOUT making it awkward or forcing her.
greet her without pressure, sit near her, include her naturally, explain things without calling her out, don't put her on the spot, let her observe first, ask her to join your group
Name a Black woman who built a business — not just a career — and say what she sells or what she built.
Rihanna / Fenty Beauty & Savage X Fenty, Beyoncé / Ivy Park & Parkwood, Madam C.J. Walker / hair care empire, Oprah / OWN Network & Harpo Productions, Issa Rae / production company
Name 2 signs of a healthy friendship or relationship.
trust, honesty, respect, support, safety, communication, encouragement, accountability
Name one realistic goal a middle school girl could set for spring break AND give one actual action step. Be specific — vague answers don't count.
Examples: raise a grade → finish missing work by Tuesday / protect peace → mute the messy group chat / save money → don't spend on snacks all week
What does HBCU stand for?
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Name at least 3 qualities or actions of a GODDESS Girl
confident, respectful, goal-oriented, determined, kind, strong, supportive, honest, carries herself with self-respect, makes smart choices
Name one Black woman from Chicago — or from Illinois — who has made an impact in ANY field.
Jennifer Hudson, Oprah, Michelle Obama,Keke Palmer can also name someone they know personally
A girl says about her situation: "He's not like that all the time. He's only rude when he's stressed, jealous, or when I don't text back fast enough." Name 2 reasons this is a red flag.
his behavior is unpredictable and conditional, she's being made responsible for his emotions, jealousy used as control, emotional manipulation, the pattern won't stop on its own
What matters more for actually reaching a goal — being MOTIVATED or being CONSISTENT?
CONSISTENCY — motivation comes and goes, but habits and follow-through are what actually get you there. When you don't feel like it is exactly when it counts most.
Chicago is nicknamed "The __________ City."
Windy