Positive Mindset and Goal Setting
Who is in charge of setting your goals?
YOU
Name one of the conflict resolution styles we talked about.
Don't sweat the small stuff, Avoid it, Compete, Agree to Disagree, State your feelings and POV, Apologize and talk it out, Steer clear, Compromise, Win-Win.
Name the communication style in which the speaker stands tall, makes eye contact, and speaks in a confident tone.
Assertive
What is an example of bullying behavior?
Ex. repeatedly making fun of someone, physical fighting, posting mean things online (cyberbullying), intentionally leaving someone out (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
What is violence?
Intentional harm done to another person.
Name two things that are important in setting a goal for yourself.
Ex. Set a date for goal, using positive language, having confidence, naming the goal, personal to you, have the right resources to reach it (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
If you and your friend both want a Twix from the vending machine, but there is only one left how could you two compromise?
Get the last Twix and split it in half.
What does it mean to hold a grudge?
Holding onto anger for a long time and letting it effect you or when someone is unable to forgive someone.
What do we call someone who sees bullying behavior, but isn't actually involved?
Witness or Bystander
What is an example of violence that could happen at school?
Ex. fights, bullying, lockdowns (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
If you get a grade back on a test you aren't happy with, what is an example of positive self-talk to help you do better next test?
Ex. I can ask for extra help, I can study with friends who did well next time, I will make sure to do all my homework to help me in this class (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
What is the best way to handle a conflict that "isn't that big of a deal?"
Don't sweat the small stuff (also agree to disagree will be accepted)
What is it called when someone is making eye contact with the speaker, sitting up straight, and asking clarifying questions during a conversation?
Active listening
You notice that one student is constantly making fun of another student every time they speak in class. How could you support the student being bullied in class?
Ex. Assertively speak to the bully, talk with the target to make sure they are okay, report it to an adult.
What are some warning signs for violence?
Ex. No adult supervision, people cheering on a fight, students with fighting reputation involved, students filming (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
Give two reasons why having a positive mindset is important.
Ex. Helps you gain confidence, gain respect for yourself, helps you towards reaching your goals, can help with maintaining positive friendships, builds resilience. (Other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
What conflict resolution style gives both people what they want?
Win-Win
What might be one example of negative self-talk someone may have if they were mad at themselves for missing the game winning shot in a basketball game?
Ex. I am terrible at basketball, I lost the game for my team, I let the team down, I always mess up (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
What is the difference between snitching and reporting?
Reporting - bringing facts to a trusted adult when you know a situation is wrong and can lead to serious consequences.
Snitching - Telling on someone just to get them in trouble when it isn't a big deal.
Name at least two negative consequences for fighting at school.
Ex. Suspension, negative reputation, loss of friends, loss of trust from adults, hurting someone, getting hurt (other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
If someone is tapping their pencil in class and it is annoying you what is something that YOU have control over in that situation?
Your reactions, your decisions, your behaviors, your words, how you handle it.
You are at a baseball game and the man in front of you has a large hat that blocks your view. You asked him nicely to take it off, but he refuses. What would be the best way to handle this?
Avoid it by moving seats or switching seats with someone or ask and adult to help.
If you forgot your homework on the table at home and when the teacher asked for it you say "It's not my fault my mom forgot to tell me to pack it!" How would you be handling your emotions?
Blaming others (Blaming your mom)
If you find yourself being the target of a bully what are some healthy options you have to deal with it?
Ex. Report the bullying to a trusted adult, talk with your friends, assertively stand up to the bully, ignore their behavior and focus on people who support you in your life (Other answers acceptable per Miss Sam)
You hear that your good friend was spreading a rumor about you at school. Instead of fighting them what are some healthier options of handling this?
Ex. Talk to the friend, get support from other friends, report the bullying, explain your POV (other answers acceptable from Miss Sam)