Why did Jayla not want to get involved when Sam first began to bully Luisa?
She was afraid of Sam after previously being bullied herself.
100
What is "the hook"?
A tease.
100
Name three ways you can tell how someone might be feeling.
Facial expression, body language, verbal cues, situation.
100
Why do we have Character Education?
To learn and practice skills we use in interacting with others, and that make us good citizens. Social skills, emotional skills, friendship, good behavior, achieving our goals, etc are all things we learn about.
100
What is bucket filling?
"Filling someone's bucket" is doing something kind for them.
200
What lesson did Luisa learn at the end of the "Weird" story?
To never lose her polka dots! Hold tight to her individuality and who she is.
200
What does it mean to "bite the hook"?
To react and respond to a tease.
200
The raindrop was "afraid to drop". Why did his risk pay off?
He was able to use his gift to water the flower on the ground.
200
Name two things Ms. Zumbaugh had in her school counselor "toolkit", and describe what they represent.
We celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week. What does "appreciate" mean, and who is another person in your life you appreciate?
Appreciate - to be thankful for what someone has done for you.
Family, friends, teachers, many answers!
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What were some things that we learned about Sam's past that caused her to bully?
Her relationship with her brother was troubled, and she felt she needed to be "tough".
300
Name two strategies for "swimming free".
Laugh or joke, swim away, agree with the hook, change the subject, ignore.
300
What does it mean to "stand in someone's shoes?"
To put yourself in their place and imagine how they must be feeling.
300
Name three adults you could talk to if you are feeling unsafe.
Parent, teacher, nurse, etc.
300
Why do we do the compliment chair?
To recognize each student for being special and unique, and to practice giving compliments.
400
What is the difference between bullying and conflict, and how should someone respond to bullying?
Bullying is repeated, intentional mean behavior directed towards someone. Usually there is an imbalance of power: an older, bigger, or more socially powerful person. Bullying is not a conflict between friends. If you feel comfortable, stand up for yourself. Adults are always a good source of advice or to get help.
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Why would someone want to learn how to "swim free"?
So that teasing and joking doesn't get the best of them or bother them.
400
What was the "worry box" used for?
To put our worries away in the box so we can get them off our mind for a while.
400
What is the MPA way, and how can you practice it in your daily life?
Be Kind and Do Your Best. Use kindness in interacting with classmates, your teacher, your school. Always try your hardest in everything you do.
400
What did the Sneetches learn at the end of their "star swapping"?
They were all the same sneetches, regardless of whether or not they wore a star.
500
What things happened that caused Sam to stop bullying Luisa?
Jayla, Luisa, and teachers stood up to Sam and helped her see that her behavior was wrong.
500
When do you think teasing turns into bullying and what should you do?
When teasing is negative, personal, hurtful, or happens repeatedly. Then you should involve an adult.
500
Name something you can do when you feel stressed or worried.
Physical activity, calming activities, writing, drawing, etc.
500
What does "confidentiality" mean?
What you tell the school counselor is private, and is not shared with others, unless you are in danger.
500
Name two ways you could show kindness and "fill a bucket" in your daily life.