Addressing Bullying: Strategies for Change in Schools
Explore the issue of bullying in schools through defining the problem, gathering evidence, identifying at-risk populations, and examining current policies. Discover ways to create a positive change and combat bullying effectively.
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Bullying Bullying has become a major concern in our school How can we make a change here??? By: Mrs. Cubino 9th Grade English
Define the Problem: What is BULLYING? ***Let s Let s Brainstorm Brainstorm** ** *** What does it look like? What does It feel like?
Definition of Bullying *making threats *spreading rumors *attacking someone physically or verbally *excluding someone from a group on purpose http://www.stopbullying.gov/what-is-bullying/
Gather the Evidence: With a partner, discuss evidence of bullying that you have seen or heard about here at school. BULLYING STATISTICS: (WWW.BULLYINGSTATISTICS.ORG) ABOUT 30% OF ALL STUDENTS GRADES 6- 10 ARE INVOLVED IN BULLYING. 77% ARE BEING BULLIED VERBALLY 14% OF THE STUDENTS BULLIED VERBALLY HAVE A SEVERE REACTION- POOR- SELF-ESTEEM, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY AND SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. Lets take a look at the link below! In your notebooks, Be sure to Take some notes on the information provided. HTTP://WWW.SCHOLARSHIPSAUTHORITY.COM/STUDENT-BULLYING- FACTS-INFOGRAPHIC/
Cause: Who is at RISK??? What are the causes of Bullying? Children More Likely to Bully Others: There are two types of kids who are more likely to bully others: Children at Risk of Being Bullied Are perceived as different from their peers, such as being overweight or underweight, wearing glasses or different clothing, being new to a school, or being unable to afford what kids consider cool Are perceived as weak or unable to defend themselves Are depressed, anxious, or have low self esteem Are less popular than others and have few friends Do not get along well with others, seen as annoying or provoking, or antagonize others for attention 1. Some are well-connected to their peers, have social power, are overly concerned about their popularity, and like to dominate or be in charge of others. 2. Others are more isolated from their peers and may be depressed or anxious, have low self esteem, be less involved in school, be easily pressured by peers, or not identify with the emotions or feelings of others. http://www.stopbullying.gov/at-risk/factors/index.html
Current Policy??? Let s take a closer look at current policies to reduce bullying The Dignity for All Act UCSD s Code of Conduct Please Stand Up (Anti-Bullying Program here at our school) GROUP WORK!!! 1. Each group will be provided an information packet on one of the three current policies. 2. once completed, report out to the class! 3. You will take notes in your notebooks on the current policies presented by your classmates.
Develop Solutions In your small group, develop 3 new policies to solve the problem (develop solutions). Use the worksheet provided! http://www2.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/TIPS/worksheet5.doc
Best Solutions! Keep in mind:feasibilityand effectiveness Use the worksheet below! http://www2.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/TIPS/worksheet6.html 1.) 2.) As a class, lets identify the BEST solution!
So, how do we Implement our Solution so it helps reduce bullying in our school? * Take the last few minutes of class to BRAINSTORM ideas for implementations with a classmate. * Before you leave class today you will write an idea of how to implement our solution below. Next class we will get started putting our plan in motion!! IDEAS:
