__________ Middle School is a… “The End of Bullying Begins with Me”

__________ Middle School is a…

“The End of Bullying Begins with Me”

Bullying/Harassment PreventionOverview

Review of Bullying/HarassmentActivity 1 = Pre-TestVideo “Bully Bystander”Activity #2A = “Are You a Bully Bystander?”Activity 13 = The Anti-Bystander ContractImportant Facts about BullyingWays the School will Respond to

Bullying/HarassmentBullying vs. ConflictOverview of Monthly Activities

Bullying/Harassment is…

4 Types of Bullying/Harassment

About Bullying/Harassment Physical bullying is the easiest to recognize.

Verbal bullying is common because it is quick, direct and easy to do.

Emotional bullying is calculated and mostly done in groups. It makes people feel really bad inside.

Cyber bullying has become more common because the bully can torment someone through social media websites and texting. Often times the bully can remain anonymous while taunting the victim.

Activity #1

Pre-Test (Let’s see how much you know…)

Video• Look for the answers to the pre-test

Discuss Answers to Pre-Test1. C2. A3. A4. D5. D6. C7. B8. C

Bully Bystander

Define “bystander.”

Why do bystanders often avoid getting involved?

What usually happens when a bystander intervenes?

o Standing by without intervening in a bully incident

encourages the bully to continue harassing the victim.

“Bully Bystanders: You Can Make a Difference”

Activity #2A

Are You a Bully Bystander?

Activity #13The Anti-Bystander

Contract

Discuss Fact SheetsBullying DefinedCyberbullyingA Look at BystandersThe Cycle of BullingSteps to ActionBreaking the Bullying CycleA Look at BullycideIn-School Action Against BullyingOnline Resources

Some Ways the School will Respond to Bullying/Harassment:

The victim may complete a Bully/Harassment Reporting Form. See the vice principal, teacher, or counselor to get a form. You may also find the form online.

You should return the reporting form to your teacher, the vice principal or counselor.

The vice principal or principal will investigate your concern.

Mediation is never used in a bullying situation. The vice principal or principal will determine the

appropriate consequence for the bully.Parents of the victim and the bully will be notified.Counselor can help the bully develop appropriate social

skills and help the victim learn how to stand up for themselves.

Is it Bullying??? Some students confuse normal peer

conflicts with bullying.

It is important to understand the difference so that staff can respond appropriately.

The way we handle conflict is very different from the way we handle a bullying situation.

Normal Peer Conflict

Unkind words that occur onceRough play that is not intended to cause

harm to another person. An argument between people who cannot

agree on an issueAn act of aggression towards another

Conflict vs. BullyingNormal Peer Conflict BullyingEqual Power Happens occasionallyNot seeking power,

attention or trying to gain something.

Remorse—will take responsibility

Willing to resolve the problem

Imbalance of PowerUsually Repeated

negative actionSeeking power, control

or material thingsNo remorse—blames

victimNo effort to resolve

problem

Ways to Resolve a ConflictDon’t gossip about the situation.Speak privately with the other student. Request

mediation through your counselor if needed. Express your concern without blame.Use “I-messages to express your feelings.”Accept responsibility for your role.Listen to the other person’s point of view.Come up with ways to make the situation better.

The End of Bullying/Harassment Begins with Me

Break the Bullying Cycle…Speak up during the bullying event by asking the bully to stop.Support the victim by telling him/her that you are disgusted by what you saw. Ask what you can do to help.Encourage the victim to report the abuse to a to a teacher or counselor.Include the victim in your group of friends in situations where bullying often occurs, i.e., lunchtime, clubs, etc.Report the incident yourself.

UNITY DAY is Wednesday, October 9th

Plan to wear ORANGE

The Counseling Department and SADD are joining together to plan activities for the month.Anti-bullying/harassment

morning announcements for the month of October

Purchase a “Unity” bracelet for $1.00 to show your commitment to taking a stand against bullying

Unity Day (wear orange): Wednesday, October 9th

“Mix It Up Day” October 29th

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