Coping Skills & Stress
This is the name for deep, diaphragmatic breathing that can be used when stressed or anxious to feel better.
Belly breathing
This is a term used to describe someone who witnesses bullying and decides not to do anything.
Bystander
What should you be checking regularly to make sure you are up-to-date for your assignments in all your classes?
Schoolbrains
Google Classroom
Who can you tell about a goal to help you stay on track towards achieving it?
Parents, Siblings, Friend, Teacher, Counselor, Family member
What is Mrs. Lyman's favorite hobby?
Running!
Name 3 healthy coping skills.
-Take a break, writing/drawing, listening to music, talk to someone, spend time with friends/family, go for a walk, belly breathing, meditation
Define empathy in your own words.
Being able to imagine the feelings someone else is feeling. "Putting yourself in their shoes"
Being able to start projects early, complete assignments on time while balancing other activities like sports or drama practice is called ___________.
*DOUBLE BONUS POINTS*
Time Management
Give an example of an academic goal you could set for yourself.
Answers will vary
Who is Mrs. Lyman's favorite singer?
Taylor Swift
Give an example of an external source of stress.
Grades, Teachers, Parents, Friends/Peer pressure, Tests, Extracurricular activities
How can you report bullying (or unsafe behavior) at the McGlynn Middle School if you prefer to remain anonymous?
'Say Something' Tip on the school website.
Name 2 tips for staying organized.
Clean out binder regularly, write assignments down in agenda, Label and color-code materials for class, keep locker organized
"I will study more."
Is this an example of a SMART goal? Why or why not?
No, because it's not specific and it's not measurable. How much more will you study?
What month has 28 days?
All of them!
Name 3 bodily reactions you might experience when STRESSED.
*DOUBLE BONUS POINTS*
Headaches, Sweating/feeling hot, Feeling cold, upset stomach, muscle tension, heart beating faster, breathing faster, getting sick more easily/frequently
Define cyberbullying.
Using digital devices, sites and apps to intimidate, harm, or upset someone.
Unkind statements that are made online repeatedly.
Name 2 tips for test taking.
Study a little each night leading up to a test or quiz, stay after for extra help with the teacher before the test, complete a study guide
Name 2 reasons why goal-setting is helpful.
Helps you progress, gives you something to work towards, helps you come up with a strategy towards getting to your desired outcome
What does ACE stand for?
*Hint: You see the signs for this in the hallway
Attitude
Concentration
Effort
Stress is the physical, mental and emotional response to life's changes and demands. The changes and demands that cause stress are called what?
Stressors
Name 3 ways you can be an upstander if you see someone being bullied.
Tell a teacher or trusted adult, stand up for them in the moment, Say Something tip, ask the person being bullied if they're ok, invite the person being bullied to sit together at lunch.
This is a term for a pattern of letters, ideas or associations that you can use to remember something
Mnemonic Device
Name what the 'S' and the 'M' stand for in the acronym SMART (as in, SMART goals).
Specific
Measurable
(Attainable
Realistic/Relevant
Time-bound)
What pets does Mrs. Lyman have?
*DOUBLE BONUS POINTS*
A dog and a cat