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The National Center for Education doesn’t think so. Their statistics show that one in three children in America has been bullied in school during the past year. In another study by School Psychology International, almost 80% of high school students admitted to being bullied in school.
Read more: Is Bullying Just Another Rite of Passage?…
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If you’re faced with violence in your organization, understanding behaviors is the first step toward knowing how to respond effectively and safely. All behaviors, from discourtesy to retaliation to physical aggression, can have a staggering impact on your workplace culture, whether they’re exhibited by customers or coworkers.
Read more: How Do You Define Workplace Violence?…
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Inspired by the young-adult novel The Misfits, in which four friends struggle with bullying, No-Name-Calling Week aims to get students and educators talking about ways to eliminate name-calling and other forms of bullying in their schools. This week of educational activities has the support of over 40 schools and organizations across the nation.
Read more: What Is No-Name-Calling Week?…
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When a student acts out at school, how well do you understand what’s causing that behavior?
For John Heiderscheidt, the safety coordinator for Elgin School District U-46, it’s about looking beneath the surface.
Read more: CPI Training Helps Keep Elgin School District U-46 Safe…
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“Seven juveniles—five girls and two boys ranging in ages 12 through 15—beat a 13-year-old girl so badly she was left unconscious and had to be taken to a hospital Friday morning while on the school bus on their way to school, according to Sheriff’s Office reports.
Read more: Seven Youths Charged With Beating Girl on School Bus…
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If a student in your charge was about to lose control, what would you do?
Everyone—children, teachers, and administrators—has the right to feel safe in their classrooms and schools. If students and faculty fear for their safety because of disruptive or dangerous individuals, school becomes less of a place to learn and more of a battleground.
Read more: Classroom Safety for Students and Staff…
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“Teachers, it’s time to put on your matador outfit, grab your red cape, and fight the bullying.”
Your school may have a formal program in place, but as the leader of your classroom, fighting bullying is your responsibility. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, if you want to thwart bullying effectively, you must first understand the culture of bullying.
Read more: Tips for Fighting Bullying…
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