Cyberbullying is probably always going to happen, but it is up to you to try to prevent it. By following some of these tips, you could save a future, and maybe even a life. Below are some tips that you can follow as a teacher, or a parent.
Talk to kids about what bullying is. Once they know what bullying is, its easier for them to report the bullying, or stand up to the bully.
-Encourage them to speak to a trusted adult if they are bullied or see others being bullied.
- Encourage them to report bullying any time they see it happening.
- Talk to them about how to stand up to a bully, whether it involves them telling the bully to stop or simply walking away
Always let kids know that you are there for them. Talk to them about anything and everything. This will let them know there's always someone to go to.
- Ask them what their day was like
-Ask them what lunch time was like
-Ask what their friends talked about that day. Did they tell any funny jokes?
For Teachers...
-Create an assessment at school. This can be a survey taken multiple times a year.
How do the students feel about those around them?
How often does bullying occur?
Are parents aware of bullying?
-Create rules and policies
-Make sure there are consequences when rules are broken. ("StopBullying")
Work Cited
Inspirational Quote 23. Digital image. Cyberbullying.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 July 2016.
“StopBullying.” Stop Bullying. Department of Health and Human Services, 17 Feb. 2012. Web. 7 July 2016.
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