Group Work/Stations
When working at a station with three other classmates, what volume level should your voice be so other groups can still focus?
What is a quiet group voice / partner voice (Level 1 or 2)?
You are working on a tricky math problem and feel your chest getting tight and your face feeling warm. Name one quick strategy you can use right at your desk to help your body feel calm.
What is taking deep breaths (or using a breathing technique/counting to 10)?
You see someone sitting alone on the bench or near the wall during outdoor play looking sad. What is a quick way to practice kindness?
What is walking up to them and inviting them to join your game or walk with you?
Your teacher gives the signal to close iPads, but you are right in the middle of completing a level or drawing. What is the best choice for your digital well-being?
What is putting your iPad face-down immediately and shifting your focus back to the teacher?
Someone else is speaking during whole-class instruction or sharing an answer. What does active listening look like?
What is keeping eyes on the speaker, hands quiet, and listening without talking over them?
One member of your group is very quiet and hasn't had a chance to share any ideas yet. How can your group practice inclusion?
What is directly asking them for their opinion and actively listening when they speak?
Your classmate accidentally drops their entire pencil case, and their face turns bright red because they feel embarrassed. What is the kindest action you can take in that moment?
What is helping them pick up their pencils quickly without drawing extra attention to them?
A game of four-square or soccer gets intense, and there is an argument about whether a ball was "in" or "out." How should students resolve this respectfully?
What is using a fair strategy (like Rock-Paper-Scissors or a quick vote) and accepting the outcome without arguing?
You see an open iPad on a desk with someone else's work or project on the screen. What is the respectful action to take?
What is leaving their work untouched, notifying the classmate or teacher, and never altering or deleting someone else's file?
The classroom is feeling cluttered, with backpacks in the walkway and trash near desks. Why is keeping our shared space tidy important for well-being?
What is keeping everyone safe from tripping and creating a calm, clean environment where everyone can focus?
You are at an independent work station, and the teacher is working with a small group across the room. What does practicing integrity look like when no one is watching you?
What is staying on task, completing your assigned work, and not distracting others?
You studied hard for a quiz, but when you get it back, the grade is lower than you hoped. Instead of giving up or getting angry, what mindset shows resilience?
What is a Growth Mindset (or viewing mistakes as a chance to learn and asking the teacher for help)?
You are playing tag and fall down, scraping your knee. You feel upset and hurt. What step should you take to care for your well-being?
What is informing a recess supervisor/teacher on duty right away to maybe go see the nurse and take a rest if needed?
You are supposed to be researching an assigned topic on your iPad, but you are tempted to open a game app or split the screen. What choice shows digital integrity?
What is staying strictly on the assigned app or site?
A visitor or guest teacher walks into our classroom. How can the class demonstrate kindness and hospitality?
What is greeting them politely, offering help if they look lost, and following class expectations seamlessly?
Your group is assigned a project about a culture different from your own, and some group members disagree on which traditions to highlight. How can your group approach this with global engagement?
What is showing curiosity, researching multiple perspectives open-mindedly, and honoring different cultural traditions fairly?
You and a partner disagree on how to start a project, and you feel frustrated. How can you express your strong feelings while still showing respect?
What is using "I" statements (e.g., "I feel confused when...") and listening active to their side without interrupting?
The line-up bell rings, but you are right in the middle of an exciting game and no supervisors are looking near your area. What does integrity demand you do?
What is stopping the game immediately, freezing/putting equipment away, and lining up quietly?
When commenting on a classmate's digital portfolio or shared document, what rule should you follow to ensure your feedback is helpful?
What is the "THINK" rule (Is it True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, Kind?) or giving a "Star and a Wish"?
You have been working hard all morning, your brain feels tired, and the class is transition to a subject you find difficult. What internal self-talk shows resilience?
What is telling yourself "This is hard, but I can do hard things if I take it step-by-step"?
Your group has been working for 20 minutes, but your idea was voted down, and you feel left out and unmotivated. How can you show resilience to keep contributing to the team's success?
What is taking a deep breath, accepting the group decision gracefully, and finding another way to contribute your strengths to the project?
You realize you reacted harshly and snapped at a classmate earlier because you were feeling tired and overwhelmed. What is the most responsible way to handle this situation later?
What is taking accountability, offering a genuine apology, and explaining how you will do better next time?
A new student who moved from another country doesn't know the rules of the playground game everyone is playing. How can you demonstrate global engagement on the yard?
What is warmly welcoming them, explaining the rules patiently, and learning what games they enjoyed playing at their old school?
While using your iPad to connect with or learn about people from around the world, you encounter information or customs that seem unfamiliar or strange to you. How should you respond digitally?
What is keeping an open mind, asking respectful questions to learn more, and avoiding negative or derogatory online comments?
You accidentally knock over a classroom display or spill water near classroom materials, and nobody else saw it happen. What action demonstrates integrity?
What is owning up to the accident immediately, cleaning it up safely, and telling the teacher?