Incorporate science unit on simple machines. What qualities made them machines. Discuss the importance of exactness when creating a machine to work correctly. Discuss first impressions and how sometimes we make a opinion about someone before even knowing the person. Role play being a new person in a classroom and have several act out possible ways Kelly and Albert could have had a better relationship from the start.
Team work can be very helpful - list ways teams can be of help to each team member.
Speculate on why Albert decided to help Kelly out in the cafeteria . Kelly and Albert never meant to hurt any one but their actions could have. Help students to see the need of thinking through to possible outcomes before acting. Mr. Hardeman was heard laughing about what Kelly did to him in the cafeteria. This would be a great discussion point about the fact teachers and other school staff are real people with real lives.