Empathy
Give a definition of empathy.
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.
Bullying is not just someone being mean...what are 2 things that make a situation qualify as bullying?
Being mean on purpose, a power imbalance, being mean multiple times over and over, one-sided, etc.
This holiday movie is about a boy who gets left behind by his family. He fights off 2 criminals who are trying to invade his house by setting up a bunch of elaborate traps.
Home Alone
Your teacher is giving instructions, but people in the back are talking. She stops speaking and looks around the room silently. What is she communicating?
"I need everyone to stop talking and pay attention."
What is Mr. Dodge's first name?
Brent
What is the metaphor that we use to describe what it means to practice empathy? (Hint: it involves something that you wear on your feet)
"Spend a day in someone else's shoes"
Jack and Jill don't get really get along, and today they are arguing at recess. Jack gets so angry that he pushes Jill to the ground. In response, Jill kicks Jack in the leg before a monitor breaks it up. Is this bullying?
No...this is an example of a conflict.
Name 4 characters from Lilo & Stitch.
Lilo, Stitch, Nani, Pleakley, Jumba, Gantu, Reuben...
Change the subject, divert away from the joke, gently check in with that person afterwards, etc.
Of all of the TEACHERS at Albany Elementary...how many of them are men?
Six: Fasolo, Longretta, Carter, Zumchak, Clifford, Colucci
Your friend tells you "I'm so nervous about presenting in front of the class today." Which response demonstrates empathy?
A. Don't worry, this presentation is no big deal!
B. I totally understand why you'd be nervous, presentations can be overwhelming. Want to practice?
C. You're going to be fine. Everyone gets nervous.
B
What are the 4 types of bullying?
Physical, verbal, social-emotional, and cyber
Name 5 songs from KPop Demon Hunters.
Golden, How It's Done, Strategy, Takedown, Path, Love Maybe, Soda Pop, etc.
What is "body language" and why is it important?
Body language refers to physical cues from someone that can convey a message. It helps us understand what someone is feeling, even if they aren't using their words.
There are 10 elementary schools in the Utica School District. Name 5 of them.
Albany, Columbus, Conkling, Watson Williams, King, Kernan, Jefferson, General Herkimer, Hughes, Jones
A student who is normally in a great mood shows up to lunch and is super quiet, and a little grumpy with the people around him. What would be a response that shows empathy?
Give an example of each of the 4 types of bullying.
Many answers
Joy, Fear, Sadness, Disgust, Anger, Embarrassment, Anxiety, Ennui, Envy, Nostalgia.
You're at breakfast and notice that someone is sitting alone. Does this automatically mean that they're lonely? What should you do?
No...sometimes people just want to enjoy some alone time, and that's OK! You could look for body language cues to try and notice if they are OK, or you could gently ask them if they're doing alright.
There are 13 classroom teachers for grades 3 through 6. Name them all.
Volz, Mrs. Colucci, Heenan, Cook, Chiffy, Savicki, Mr. Colucci, Wilk, Murphy, McLendon, Schachtler, Aiello, Voce
True or False: Empathy also means agreeing with someone's behavior.
False...we can understand why someone is behaving a certain way, without approving of their behavior.
Bystander
There were recently 2 famous movies in theaters that feature the colors green and pink. What were these movies?
Wicked & Wicked: For Good
You just found out some extremely exciting news, and can't wait to tell your friend. However, when you get to school, you notice that your friend looks a bit off. What should you do?
There is nothing wrong with wanting to share your good news, but the kind thing to do would be to check in and see how your friend is doing first.
There are 12 classroom teachers for grades K through 2. Name them all.
Ward, Corigliano, Zito, DeMauro, Smith, Scalzo, Daniels, Asaro, Dumoulin, Ciccone, Dziedzic, DaSilva