1. Franklin Central High School
Bullying
Bullying

2. What is Bullying? Definition Types
A person is being bullied when he or she is exposed, REPEATEDLY and over time, to negative actions on the part of one or more persons
Imbalance of Power
Repeated Actions
Intentional Actions
Unwanted
One-Sided
Physical
Social/Relational
Verbal
Electronic/Written

3. Normal Conflict Bullying Equal Power Takes Responsibility
Happens Occasionally
Effort to Resolve Problem
Accidental
Two-Sided
Equal Emotional Reaction
Argument or Fight/Retaliation
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Imbalance of Power
Seeking Control or Attention
Repeated Negative Actions
Trying to Gain Material Things or Power
Purposeful
No Remorse – Blames Victim
Threat of Physical or Emotional Hurt
No Effort to Solve a Problem
Strong Emotional Reaction on Behalf of Victim
Bullying

4. Physical Characteristics Tactics Intimidation Control Humiliation
Power Domination
Threat to One’s Safety
Physical Attacks
Pushing
Shoving
Kicking
Spitting
Extortion (money, belongings, lunch, etc.)
Defacing Victim’s Property
Repeated Physical Attacks
Inappropriate Sexual Behavior

5. Social/Relational, Verbal, Electronic/Written
Characteristics
Tactics
Social Cruelty
Manipulation
Hurt Feelings
Subtle Rejection/Ostracism
Character Assassination
Humiliation
Intimidation
Name Calling (one-sided)
Isolating the Victim
Ethnic Slurs
Spreading False Rumors
Inappropriate Use of Social Media/Technology
Posting Unwanted Photos, Comments, Videos, Etc.

6. Bystanders
Bullying situations involve more than the bully and the victim. They also involve BYSTANDERS – those who watch bullying happen or hear about it.
An important new strategy for bullying prevention focuses on the powerful role of the bystander.
Depending on how bystanders respond, they can either contribute to the problem or the solution.
Bystanders rarely play a completely neutral role, although they may think they do.

7. Bystanders Helpful Hurtful
Some bystanders
INSTIGATE by prodding the bullying to begin
ENCOURAGE the bullying by laughing, cheering, or making comments that further stimulate the bullying
JOIN IN once it has begun
Most bystanders PASSIVELY ACCEPT bullying by
Watching and doing nothing.
Often without realizing it, these bystanders also contribute to the problem
Passive bystanders provide the audience a bully craves and the silent acceptance that allows bullies to continue their hurtful behavior
Bystanders have the power to play a key role in preventing or stopping bullying.
Some bystanders DIRECTLY INTERVENE by
Discouraging the bully
Defending the victim
Redirecting the situation away from bullying
Other Bystanders GET HELP by
Rallying support from peers to stand up against bullying
Reporting the bullying to adults

8. Consequences of Bullying on the Victim
Low Self-Esteem
Headaches
Anxiety
Skin Problems
Fearfulness
Sleep Problems
Depression
Crying
Social Withdrawal
Abdominal Pain
Poor Social Skills
School refusal
Excessive Dependence on Adults
Self-harm or suicide

9. Consequences of Bullying
On the Bully
On Bystanders
Aggression
Antisocial behavior
Dropping out of School
Bringing Weapons to School
Convictions for Crime
Difficulty Controlling Emotions
Traffic Violations
Depression/Suicide
Pressure to Participate in Bullying
Anxiety about Speaking to Someone about Bullying
Powerlessness to Stop Bullying
Vulnerability to Being Victimized
Guilt for Not Defending the Victim

10. Tattling vs. Reporting Tattling Reporting Unimportant
Can Handle by Self
Purpose is to get Someone in Trouble
Behavior is Accidental
Harmful or Dangerous Physically or Psychologically
Need Help from an Adult to Solve
Purpose is to Keep People SAFE
Behavior is Purposeful

11. How To Report Bullying Counselors Administrators
Report Cases of Bullying Immediately – Do Not Wait
Anonymous Tip Line (Posted in Lockers)
Talk to Counselor, Teacher, Administrator, or Other Trusted Adult at School
Grade 9
(A-Z) Miss Simpson
Grades 10-12
(A-B) Mr. Siegert
(C-Go) Mrs. Jacobs
(Gr-Mar) Mrs. Davis
(Mas-Sa) Mrs. Borom
(Sc-Z) Mrs. Rose
Mr. Koers
9th Grade
Mr. Eckerle
10th Grade
Mrs. Matasovsky
11th Grade
Mr. Zartman
12th Grade
Mr. Kellison