Conflict Management
Name 1 Conflict Management Strategy that we learned + explain why it's important!
Take Space + Cool Off
Reach an Agreement
Think about Your Side
Use 'I' Statements
Affirm, Forgive, or Thank
Describe the role of a Peer Mentee
Listen to experiences + lessons of those who were in your shoes
Be open-minded
Don't be afraid to ask for help
Describe the role of a Peer Mentor
Pass down experiences + lessons learned
Be open-minded
Be a Role Model
Provide support when you can
Every Friday, we gave you all a treat as a 'Thank You' for committing to this leadership role!
What were 4 of the treats?
Pizza
Chicken Tender Bar
Ice Cream
Donuts
Cupcakes
Cookies
Chips
In this group, we talked about learning to see conflict differently.
What is one thing that we discussed about seeing conflict differently?
-It's not always 'bad'
-It's part of life
-You learn about yourself with conflict
-It's more about HOW you deal with conflict
You are having a hard time understanding a math assignment. What are your next steps?
- Looking over your notes/resources
-Asking for help (peer mentor, teacher, caregiver, etc.)
Your peer mentee really likes to play basketball. They are thinking about trying out for the team, but are nervous and don't think they will make the team. How do you respond as their peer mentor?
- active listening
- encouragement
- asking questions
In the program, there were 2 Mentor/Mentee groups that had 3 people, instead of just 2.
Who were they?
Jesus, J'bria, Khyla
Grace, Tayler, Jamya
In the Story-time, Ms. Maria Ximena + Clara reached an agreement.
What did we learn about the relationship between 'Reaching Agreements' + Solutions?
Reaching an Agreement does not always mean Solving the Problem!
*Sometimes, not everything can be solved!
You are about to enter the 7th grade next year, and you are nervous about starting. How do you prepare for this?
- reach out to a Peer Mentor
- ask about experiences
- practice good habits
- think about trying new things
It is the first week of school, and you see a 6th grader that looks nervous + lost during passing period. How do you step up?
- support
- find a teacher/adult
- share some kind words
- asking questions
What were the names of the characters in Ms. Maria Ximena's story?
Chico - Clara's ex boyfriend
Clara - girl she almost squared up with
Affirm, Forgive, or Thank!
You are starting at a new school and you do not know anybody in your classes. How can you get to know these new people in your community?
-Make conversation
-Explore shared interests
-Work together
What tools help you be successful in school that you would pass on to your Peer Mentee?
- Planner
- An app that helps you stay organized
- Alarm
- Google Calendar
- Whiteboard at home
When we talked about Identity + Expression, we did an art activity that focused on 6 components of identity. Name 3 of them
Style
Belongings
Mood/Attitude
Setting
Activity
Community
Name all 5 Conflict Management Strategies!
Take Space + Cool Off
Reach an Agreement
Think about Your Side
Use 'I' Statements
Affirm, Forgive, or Thank
What type of activities can you do with someone you want to build a relationship with?
-art activities
-team and/or competitive activities
-nature
-common interests!
What types of question do you ask someone to get to know them?
-hobbies/interests
-what brings them joy?
-how do they relax from a tiring or hard day?
Name all the Mentor/Mentee Pairs!
Grace --> Tayler+Jamya
Jesus -->Khyla + J'bria
Dontrel --> Alexandria
Jordan --> Jordan
Lascelles --> Lewis