Bullying - A behavior is bullying only if all 3 of the following characteristics exist:
1. The behavior is repeated?
2. The behavior is purposeful?
3. There is an imbalance of power?
If your child is being bullied and they have tried to handle things on their own with little or no success, then they have some options:
5. Alternatively, you can submit a note to me below and I will follow up.
Procedure: Once a student has reported that bullying has occurred, we handle the situation extremely delicately. The last thing we want is for the life of the victim to get worse or for the bully to feel like they have no opportunity to make the situation better. I speak to all parties and try and give the bully an opportunity to change his/her behavior. Generally, if a student is bullying, it serves to alert us to the fact that that child has lagging skills in empathy, problem solving, conflict resolution, social thinking or self advocacy. Once I have had a conversation with all concerned we agree on a time to check back in with everyone. If the behavior has not changed after a reasonable period of time then the Assistant Principal, Mrs. Cummings, will meet with the child and their parents in a more disciplinary manner. If the behavior continues beyond that, the Principal/ Administration may consider the possibility of expulsion. For details on St. Anthony's Bullying policy please see Page 24-25 of the Family handbook.
1. The behavior is repeated?
2. The behavior is purposeful?
3. There is an imbalance of power?
If your child is being bullied and they have tried to handle things on their own with little or no success, then they have some options:
- They should tell their teacher.
- They can come and see me. My office is next to the trophy case in the main hallway by the front office.
- They/you can send me an email and I will schedule a time to meet with them.
- They, with your help, can fill out an anonymous reporting form. I have attached it below. This simply enables us to document the details of the event. It certainly does not go in any child's permanent record.
5. Alternatively, you can submit a note to me below and I will follow up.
Procedure: Once a student has reported that bullying has occurred, we handle the situation extremely delicately. The last thing we want is for the life of the victim to get worse or for the bully to feel like they have no opportunity to make the situation better. I speak to all parties and try and give the bully an opportunity to change his/her behavior. Generally, if a student is bullying, it serves to alert us to the fact that that child has lagging skills in empathy, problem solving, conflict resolution, social thinking or self advocacy. Once I have had a conversation with all concerned we agree on a time to check back in with everyone. If the behavior has not changed after a reasonable period of time then the Assistant Principal, Mrs. Cummings, will meet with the child and their parents in a more disciplinary manner. If the behavior continues beyond that, the Principal/ Administration may consider the possibility of expulsion. For details on St. Anthony's Bullying policy please see Page 24-25 of the Family handbook.
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CyberBullying
If It Happens To You
If you’re being cyberbullied, here’s what you can do:
If you see someone being bullied online, here’s what you can do:
If you’re being cyberbullied, here’s what you can do:
- Tell your parents or another trusted adult. Believe it or not, they can help you. You don’t have to do this alone!
- Save everything – emails, messages, posts, screenshots. Don’t delete until you have a copy. Print them out or save them on our computer or phone.
- Talk to someone at your school – a teacher, counselor, coach, or principal.
- Report harassing comments, fake profiles, or inappropriate photos. Social media sites have ways of reporting harassing content. You have a right to feel safe in these spaces.
If you see someone being bullied online, here’s what you can do:
- Don’t participate. Don’t “like” or share posts that are bullying someone. Although you may feel pressure to join in if a lot of other people are, you can make your own choice not to contribute to the situation.
- Report it. Even if content isn’t targeting you, you can still report it to the site, or any adult that you trust.
- Respond with positive support. If you feel comfortable, and if it’s safe for you, post a comment showing solidarity with the target. Imagine what a difference one nice comment among a bunch of mean ones could make.
- Reach out to the person being bullied. Send them a private message letting them know that you don’t agree with what’s happening, that they don’t deserve to be treated like that, and that they’re not alone.