Bullying
The repetitive, intentional hurting of one person or group by another person or group, where the relationship involves an imbalance of power. Bullying can be physical, verbal or psychological. It can happen face-to-face or online.
Scenario One
Jeff attempted to stop Lana from harassing another student. Peers began teasing him daily and even his best friend, Dave, got involved. In front of his math class, Dave asked Jeff “how does it feel to be roasted by a girl?”
What does DASA stand for?
Dignity for All Students Act
What is cyberbullying?
The use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature. Usually done behind the screen of a computer, phone, or social media platform.
Scenario Two
Molly and Amara have been best friends. They got into an argument and Amara now claims that Julie is her best friend. Molly is hurt and tells her teacher that Amara is bullying her.
Who should you tell if you or someone else is being bullied?
A trusted adult. For example: A teacher, Ms. Stiglmeier, Ms. Vanessa, Ms. Sarah, etc.
How can being bullied make someone feel?
Angry, sad, depressed, unsafe, excluded, anxious, isolated, lonely, stressed, scared, etc.
Scenario Three
Lisa and Kyle were dating but recently broke up. Kyle’s new girlfriend has been posting negative and hurtful comments about Lisa on TikTok and asking others to join in, by stitching the video and adding their own spin.
What is the first step to stopping bullying?
Telling a trusted adult (ex. teacher, parent, principal, Ms. Stiglmeier).
What do people utilize to cyberbully?
A computer, mobile device, or social media networks such as Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, etc.
Scenario Four
A group of 11th grade girls call Kayla names, start rumors, and encourage others not to talk to her. Kayla repeatedly has to sit alone at lunch because the girls isolate her and spread rumors that makes people not want to sit with her.
What are some of the ways one can prevent bullying?
Spreading kindness, respect, standing up for others, including others, etc.
What are the 3 main types of bullying?
Verbal, social, and physical bullying.
Scenario Five
Three 9th grade girls approach the teacher and indicate that two other 9th grade girls started rumors about them. The two accused girls reply that the others started rumors first.
Who is the DASA Coordinator?
Ms. Stiglmeier (DASA Coordinator and Support Team Leader)