Bullying

What does bullying mean to you?

What is Bullying? Indiana Code: 20-33-8-0.2 "Bullying" Sec. 0.2. (a) As used in this chapter, "bullying" means overt, unwanted, repeated acts or gestures, including verbal or written communications or images transmitted in any manner (including digitally or electronically), physical acts committed, aggression, or any other behaviors, that are committed by a student or group of students against another student with the intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm the targeted student and create for the targeted student an objectively hostile school environment

Bullying vs Inappropriate behavior There are a lot of inappropriate behaviors that are not bullying. They are common occurrences, but may not be considered bullying. They do still need to be addressed! When we overuse the term bullying to label inappropriate student behavior, we water down the seriousness of the term “bullying.”

Bullying vs. Cyberbullying 5/4/2012 Bullying vs. Cyberbullying Bullying is repeated aggressive behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power or strength. Cyberbullying: The willful and repeated harassment and intimidation of a person through the use of digital technologies. Source: http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov 5

Where does cyberbullying occur? 5/4/2012 Where does cyberbullying occur? Cyberbullying can occur through: E-mails Texts or digital images sent on cell phones Instant messaging apps (snapchat, Instagram, kik, etc) Social networking web sites (facebook, twitter) Chat groups Websites or blogs Any other information communication technologies According to middle school age students and teenagers, the fastest growing problems within the world of cyberbullying are: Stealing an individual’s name and password to a social networking site, then using their profile to post rumors, gossip or other damaging information. Altering photographs using PhotoShop or other photo editing software in order to humiliate the individual. Recording conversations without the individual’s knowledge or consent, then posting the call online. Creating confrontational and mean-spirited online polls about the individual and posting them on different web sites. Using web sites and blogs to post hurtful, embarrassing information about another individual. Source: http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov Source: Ybarra & Mitchell, 2004 6

Tips for Safety on Internet 5/4/2012 Tips for Safety on Internet Doing the following will help prevent cyberbullying: Do not share your log-in info. With friends. Only accept people you know on social networking sites. Be sure to record and report to parents/guardians, trusted adult inappropriate messages/posts you receive. Use privacy settings available for the account. Do NOT post personal information, photos and private information. NEVER post your address, phone number, age, or full name. Keep identifiable information out of your username (use a nickname rather than first and last name) 7

When can bullying become a crime? 5/4/2012 When can bullying become a crime? Physically assaulting someone Harassing someone with a threat of violence, especially if it is based on their sex, gender, race, or religion Other crimes committed based on their sex, gender, race, or religion Sexting, child pornography Stalking Taking photos of someone in a private place Extortion or blackmail According to middle school age students and teenagers, the fastest growing problems within the world of cyberbullying are: Stealing an individual’s name and password to a social networking site, then using their profile to post rumors, gossip or other damaging information. Altering photographs using PhotoShop or other photo editing software in order to humiliate the individual. Recording conversations without the individual’s knowledge or consent, then posting the call online. Creating confrontational and mean-spirited online polls about the individual and posting them on different web sites. Using web sites and blogs to post hurtful, embarrassing information about another individual. Source: Ybarra & Mitchell, 2004 8

How much of a problem is it? 1 out of 4 students reported being bullied during the school year. (NCED, 2015) 64% of students bullied did not report it. (IES, 2010) 57% stop the bullying when a peer steps in to stop it. (Hawkings, et al. 2001) Suicide is the third leading cause of death from 10-14. (CDC, 2010)

The Types with examples Physical Bullying Verbal Bullying Relationship Bullying Hitting, Kicking, or Pushing someone Stealing, Hiding or ruining someone's things Making someone do something he or she doesn't want to do Name calling Teasing Insulting Refusing to talk to someone Spreading lies and rumors about someone Making someone feel left out or rejected

What to do if you are Bullied?

What to do “In the moment” Ignore Pretend you didn’t hear them Don’t even look at them Turn and walk away Don’t show emotion Don’t get angry or cry Don’t show them that you are upset Remember you are not the one with the problem, The bully is Take action Turn the comment into a joke Respond to the bully evenly and firmly Get out of the situation and get help from an adult

Ways to avoid future bullying Don’t bring expensive things or money to school. Label your belongings with permanent marker in case they get stolen. Avoid unsupervised areas. Sit near the bus driver on the bus. Act confident. Hold your head up, stand up straight, and make eye contact. Don’t walk alone. Travel with at least one other person. Avoid places where bullying happens.

Jefferson procedures and expectations regarding bullying… Report it to an adult verbally or on a written form (green slip). Tell someone again if it is not resolved. If you witness bullying, report it.

Jefferson procedures and Expectations regarding Bullying… If you are bullying others… Consequences Parent call/meeting with parent Referral Bullying documentation forms Loss of privileges Suspension Modified schedule Probationary contract Law enforcement involvement

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