Organization
True or False: Do middle schoolers need to keep track of their belongings in middle school?
True
What does quality mean?
a distinctive attribute or characteristic possessed by someone or something
What is a conflict?
A conflict is more than just a disagreement. It is a situation in which one or both parties perceive a threat (whether or not the threat is real).
Conflicts continue to fester when ignored. Because conflicts involve perceived threats to our well-being and survival, they stay with us until we face and resolve them.
We respond to conflicts based on our perceptions of the situation, not necessarily to an objective review of the facts. Our perceptions are influenced by our life experiences, culture, values, and beliefs.
Conflicts trigger strong emotions. If you aren’t comfortable with your emotions or able to manage them in times of stress, you won’t be able to resolve conflict successfully.
Conflicts are an opportunity for growth. When you’re able to resolve conflict in a relationship, it builds trust. You can feel secure knowing your relationship can survive challenges and disagreements.
What is bullying?
The goal is to hurt, harm, or humiliate.
Imbalance of power.
What is mental health?
Thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Name two things that are different between elementary and middle school as a student.
Stay in the same class all day - You move classes/have different teachers for each subject - You are responsible for being on time for class!
Teachers keep notebooks/supplies in their classroom - Students are responsible for their own supplies for class.
Not much homework - More homework/classes become more challenging
Name two good qualities of a friend.
Mutual respect - value and respect for the other person and their boundaries
Trust - trusting the other person and giving them the benefit of the doubt
Honesty - builds trust and strengthens relationships
Compromise - acknowledge different points of view and engage in giving and take
Fighting Fair - stick to the subject or topic and avoid personal attacks or insults
Understanding - take time to understand how the other person feels
Good Communication - speaking honestly and openly. Allowing space for each person to sort out their thoughts and feelings
True or False: Can conflicts be resolved?
True
Conflict or Bullying?
A 6th-grade student keeps pushing another student on the playground.
Bullying
Besides teachers & family, name two people you can reach out to when you struggle in school.
Principal
Assistant Principal
School Secretary/Clerk
School Counselor
Nurse
School Social Worker
School Psychologist
Dean/School Re-engagement Coordinator
PBIS Coach
Behavior Education Assistant
Security Assistant
Why is it important to stay organized in middle school?
Be less stressed, stay on top things
Name three bad qualities of a friend.
Control - one person makes all the decisions and doesn’t allow the other to be heard.
Hostility - picking fights or making insults to try to upset the other person
Dishonesty - lying or stealing from the other person
Disrespect - making fun of the other person’s values, interests or opinions
Dependence - one person cannot live without the other and/or need the other person to function
Intimidation - attempting to control aspects of another person’s life through fear
Physical Violence - using force (hitting, slapping, shoving, etc.) to get what you want
Name three ways in how to handle conflict.
Conflict or Bullying?
Two students are spreading rumors about each other in school. They both don't like each other.
Conflict
Name three ways that can cause your mental health not to be so great.
Stress from school
Stress from home
Failing a test
Genetics
No specific reason
Name three ways to stay organized.
Have a binder with folders or dividers
Keep supplies in a pencil pouch
Know your class schedule - keep it in a binder
Be on time for class
Write down important dates in a planner! Digital or Paper
What is a friend?
Friends are people we feel close to.
Friends are people with similar interests, people who care about us, and people we can trust.
Friends offer support and understanding when we need it.
Name three things you shouldn't do when handling conflict.
Place blame
Raise your voice or yell
Threaten
Let others have their way
Name call
Spread rumors
Ignore people’s feelings
How should bullying be handled in middle school?
Report it to a trusted adult! Can be teachers, support staff, or family.
Name four ways to improve mental health.
Join a club
Talk to someone (friend, teacher, etc.)
Write
Paint
Pet family pet
Anything that makes you happy.