Bullying

Bullying is becoming an increasing problem in schools across our nation. Bullying happens every day, and affects numerous children leaving them with emotional scars that can take years to overcome. Bullying happens when someone hurts or scares another person on purpose and the person being bullied has a hard time defending him or herself. Usually, bullying happens over and over. Unfortunately, not everyone takes bullying seriously, including adults that is why we have provided the following links to help inform you about this increasing problem.

Most kids experience bullying in one form or another. It is a reality in the lives of all children, whether they are bullies, victims or witnesses. This for kids website explores the issue of bullying and answers questions about how to handle the bully, along with an interactive menu and fun games!
http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov

Get information about standing up to the bully, stories from kids who have experienced bullying and put a stop to it.
http://www.bullybeware.com

This website has resources for victims of bullying who want to take action now.
http://www.overcomebullying.org

Information about how to handle a bully by the PBS kids website.
http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/friends/bullies