2. What is bullying?

3. Bullying defined by Senate House Bill 1444
An intentional written, verbal or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by any characteristic such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or other distinguishing characteristics, when the intentional act: (a) Physically harms a student or damages his/her property; or (b) Substantially interferes with the student’s education; or (c) Is so severe, persistent or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or (d) Or substantially disrupts the orderly operation of a school
Types of bullying include:
Physical, Emotional, Resource, Relational, and Cyber

4. Stats about bullying
1/3 of all teens reported being bullied while at school
20% made fun of by a bully
18% had rumors spread about them
11% physically bullied
6% threatened
5% were excluded from activities
44% of middle schools reported bullying problems compared to 20% of elementary or high schools

5. How are you involved? Are you a.. Some people are all three Victim
Bully
Bystander (watcher)
Some people are all three

6. 3 steps to STAND UP
STOP!! (describe the unwanted action) hitting me (use the bully’s name) Johnny!
STOP! HITTING ME, JOHNNY!!
WALK away and remove yourself from the situation
TALK to someone about it.
It needs to be documented
Do not hold it in
It is not normal or ok
If people do not know they cannot help

7. Power Behaviors Change your attitude Change the balance of power
Be confident and brave
Look up not down
Use a loud voice and use the bullies name
Use “I statements” I don’t like it when you…
Change the balance of power
Don’t play or walk alone
Ask bystanders for help
Talk to a teacher or other adult for help
Change your response
Try being nice back
REPORT THE INCIDENT
Avoid (specific # of days)
Hang out with someone else
Play or hangout somewhere else