Problem Solving
A classmate keeps saying things to you that bother you, what can you do?
Ask the person to please stop or let them know why it bothers you.
Let an adult know.
Ask to take a break or check in with an adult.
What are coping skills?
What are strategies or methods that you use to help you overcome strong emotions.
How can you try to make friends in middle school?
Please name an example. Examples can include:
Be kind to them.
Ask about their interests.
Don't join in when others aren't being nice.
Respect their wishes and space.
What are some emotions students feel coming into school each morning?
What is tired, anxious, nervous, scared, excited, happy, sad, etc.
Item you'd like to earn in your "class store".
Many answers accepted except PS5's, XBOX's or Roblox Cards :-) We are on a budget.
You're turning your day around but you're not on level and have a short break period, what can you do?
Ask the teacher to work on makeup assignments, read a book, color, word searches, ask to take a walk or get water, etc.
What kind of coping skills do you use when you are angry?
What is counting, taking deep breaths, take a walk, talk to an adult.
Is it appropriate to run ahead of staff in the hallways?
No. Issues with classmates occur when you don't have a calm body and when you're in each others space.
WHat are some kind actions to do to show people kindness?
respect their wishes, talk to them, listen to them, don't say mean things, give them space when they're frustrated
Multiple answers accepted.
You didn't get alot of sleep lastnight and you're feeling tired/cranky, what can you do?
Multiple responses accepted
You ask a teacher if you can play a game on your tablet and they say not right now, what do you do?
Accept that they have told you no.
If on level, you could ask when a better time would be or ask what other activities you could do during break.
Class just started but you want to tell a classmate about something...name a solution.
Please share an example.
True or False: When someone is mad, yelling back at them will get them to stop.
False...Yelling back will only make them raise their voice.
Positive praise for a classmate or adult in your room this week.
Thank you for sharing! Positive praise is a helpful social skill to use as a way to acknowledge those around you and compliment them.
Someone is bullying a student in the hallway or when adults aren't with you, what can you do?
Tell a trusted adult or nearest adult when you see them.
Calmly ask the student to stop.
Be kind to the other student and see if they're okay.
These situations are hard! Always let an adult know no matter what you choose.
Someone is doing things they shouldn't during breakfast at school, what should you do?
Please name one thing you shouldn't do, and one way to handle the situation.
If student appropriately provided a behavior they shouldn't do and a solution, award them the points.
What happens when you don't keep your hands to yourself?
You might lose or not make friends.
You will receive consequences from home, teachers, or administrators.
You will get into an unsafe encounter with someone angry.
You will not feel safe or calm in school.
When I am mad or frustrated, I need _____ from adults in class to help me.
Please share one example.
Examples include:
-Space out of the room
-A check-in from an adult
- A stress tool
Way you can practice leadership and responsibility at school for others.
Many examples accepted, examples can include:
Practicing kindness and respect for others.
Not arguing with those in an agitated mood around you.
Walking calmly in the hallways, listening to staff, starting tasks without arguing, etc.