1. Take A Stand Against Bullying AIM- Students will be able to identify the different types of bullying Do Now- Have you ever been bullied or witnessed another person being bullied? How did you react to the situation?

2. Scenario 1 IS THIS BULLYING?
A boy has had trouble coping with things since his parents got divorced. Over the last few months he has neglected his school work, started wearing all-black clothing, and has gotten a few face piercings. A few of his peers have become hostile towards him because of the sudden changes. The altercations have suddenly escalated as they have pushed him onto the ground, kicked him in the stomach, and locked him in the bathroom.
IS THIS BULLYING?
bullyingscenarios.com

3. Scenario 2 IS THIS BULLYING?
A couple of boys create a false account using the information of a fellow student. They send e- mails to other male students in the form of fraudulent love letters. They then print the s and display them both on and off the school campus and proceed to verbally tease the student against whom they committed fraud.
IS THIS BULLYING?
bullyingscenarios.com

4. Scenario 3 IS THIS BULLYING?
A female student is embarrassed to change into her gym outfit at school because the other girls tease her about being “fat” and call her names. They have even taken pictures of her with their cell phones and sent them to several other schoolmates.
IS THIS BULLYING?
bullyingscenarios.com

5. WHAT IS BULLYING?

6. What is Bullying?
Bullying is different from the typical disagreements or arguments between friends and classmates.
What’s the difference?
(Pacer Center, Inc. 2012)

7. One person is hurting or harming another with words or behavior.
It’s bullying if:
One person is hurting or harming another with words or behavior.
It is being done intentionally.
The person being hurt has a hard time
defending themself from the behavior.
The kids who are doing it have more power.*
“Power” can include such things as being older, being physically bigger or stronger, having more social status, or when a group of kids “gang up” on someone.
(Pacer Center, Inc. 2012)

8. The Five Types
(Pacer Center, Inc. 2012)

9. Physical: Pushing, shoving, hitting, kicking, biting, hair pulling, inappropriate touch, breaking objects, and taking or damaging another’s stuff
Verbal: Teasing, name calling, threats, intimidation, demeaning jokes, rumors, gossip
Emotional: Leaving someone out on purpose, telling lies to hurt someone’s reputation, and humiliating someone publicly

10. Sexual: Using words that demean someone about their gender or sexuality, inappropriate touching of body parts, unwelcome physical contact, posting inappropriate photos online
Cyberbullying: Sending mean text messages, posting videos, stories, or photos that ridicule someone, and spreading rumors through social networking sites

11. Why it Matters Hurts everyone: targets, kids who bully, & bystanders.
Each school day, 160,000 students in the US stay home for fear of being bullied.
Students who are bullied may also have lower self-esteem, less self-confidence, increased fear and anxiety, depression, lower grades, and even suicidal thoughts.
Students who bully grow up to have a greater risk of getting in trouble with the law.By the age of 25, one in four who have bullied will have spent time in jail.
Each school day, 160,000 students in the US stay home for fear of being bullied.
They are scared to go to school.
That means those students lose the opportunity to learn. It is every student’s right to feel safe – and be safe – in school.
(Pacer Center, Inc. 2012)

12. Who is Involved? Target BULLYING CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE.
Shy, quiet student, class tough guy, etc.
Bully
Students who bully can be any size, age, grade, or gender.
Girls bully, boys bully, preschool kids bully, high school kids bully.
(Pacer Center, Inc. 2012)

13. Who is Involved? Cont’d Bystanders Students who see the bullying.
They may not be getting bullied, they may not be bullying, but their reaction has a direct impact on the situation.
They may not be getting bullied, they may not be bullying, but their reaction has a direct impact on the situation.
There are some who look, then walk away; there are others who watch and say nothing; and then there are those who cheer it on.
Their responses make a huge difference in the outcome of every bullying situation.
(Pacer Center, Inc. 2012)

15. What Can You Do?

16. What Can You Do? - Targets
Don’t blame yourself. It’s not your fault.
Be proud of who you are. 
Walk away from the bully.
Don't get physical. 
You can stand up for yourself in other ways, such as gaining control of the situation by walking away or by being assertive in your actions.
Talk about it (parents, other trusted adult)
Talking can be a good outlet for the fears and frustrations that can build when you’re being bullied.
They can help develop a plan to end the bullying.
Don’t blame yourself. 
It is not your fault. No matter what someone says or does, you should not be ashamed of who you are or what you feel.
Be proud of who you are. 
Despite what a bully says, there are many wonderful things about you. Keep those in mind instead of the messages you hear from bullies.
Walk away from the bully. 
Bullies want to know they have control over your emotions so don’t react with anger or retaliate with physical force. If you walk away, ignore them, or calmly and assertively tell them you’re not interested in what they have to say, you’re demonstrating that they don’t have control over you.
Talk about it (parents, other trusted adult)/Report the bullying to a trusted adult. 
If you don’t report threats and assaults, a bully will often become more and more aggressive.
In many cases adults can find ways to help with the problem without letting the bully know it was you who reported them.
(The Nemours Foundation, 2013, helpguide.org)

17. What Can You Do? - Targets
Cyberbullying
Don’t respond to/forward cyberbullying messages.
Keep evidence of cyberbullying.
Block the person who is cyberbullying.
Report cyberbullying to online service providers.
Report cyberbullying to schools.
Report Cyberbullying to Online Service Providers
Review their terms and conditions or rights and responsibilities sections. These describe content that is or is not appropriate.
Visit social media safety centers to learn how to block users and change settings to control who can contact you.
Report cyberbullying to the social media site so they can take action against users abusing the terms of service.  
(stopbullying.gov)

18. What Can You Do? - Targets
Report Cyberbullying to Law Enforcement
When cyberbullying involves these activities it is considered a crime and should be reported to law enforcement:
Threats of violence
Child pornography or sending sexually explicit messages or photos
Taking a photo or video of someone in a place where he or she would expect privacy
Stalking and hate crimes
Some states consider other forms of cyberbullying criminal. Consult your state’s laws and law enforcement for additional guidance.
(stopbullying.gov)

19. “ Sticks and stones can break my bones, but names can never hurt me”

20. What Can You Do? - Bystanders
Attempt to defuse bullying situations when you see them starting up.
If you can do so without risk to your own safety, get a teacher, parent, or other responsible adult to come help immediately.
Speak up and/or offer support to bullied teens when you witness bullying.
Reach out/Be a friend!
Encourage the bullied teen to talk with parents or a trusted adult.
Attempt to defuse bullying situations when you see them starting up.
For example, try to draw attention away from the targeted person, or take the bully aside and ask him/her to "cool it."
Do not place yourself at risk, however
Speak up and/or offer support to bullied teens when you witness bullying.
For example, help them up if they have been tripped or knocked down.
If you feel you cannot do this at the time, privately support those being hurt with words of kindness or condolence later.
Encourage the bullied teen to talk with parents or a trusted adult.
Tell an adult yourself if the teen is unwilling to report the bullying.
If necessary for your safety, do this anonymously.
(NYVPRC, 2002)

21. What Can You Do? - Bystanders
Don’t give the bully an audience by laughing or joining in!
Those who bully are encouraged by the attention that they receive from bystanders.
You can let the bully know that such behavior isn’t entertaining.
Set a good example!
Look for opportunities to contribute to the anti-bullying culture at school through school clubs/organizations.
(stopbullying.gov)