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Bullying Prevention: Psychological and Educational Strategies

Conference on Bullying Prevention:
Psychological and Educational Strategies

Victims, bullies, and bystanders were discussed from psychological and educational perspectives. However, the entire school community and climate also was addressed with emphasis on changes that must be provided by administrators, mental health professionals,  teachers, non-professional staff members and parents in order to establish a successful anti-bullying program. Included herein is the powerpoint presented during the conference and an extensive bibliography of websites and books that are relevant to the topic. Please feel free to contact us with your comments and questions.
[BIE PowerPoint Presentation] [Planning Guide] [Bullying Resources for Educators, Parents, Children] [Bullying Websites] [Decision Tree] [Student Threat Documentation] [Threat Assesment Report] [School Administrators Assoc. of NYS (SAANYS)]

Creating a Caring Community

Creating a Caring Community

The Role of the School Updated

Bully Prevention – The Role of the School

 1. Evaluate Current Administrators and Supervisors:

Administrators at all levels must be motivated to implement programs that promote safe schools.

Administrators need to focus on bully prevention by:

In wake of Phoebe Prince case in Massachusetts, families across U.S. fear bullies preying on kids

In wake of Phoebe Prince case in Massachusetts, families across U.S. fear bullies preying on kids

March 30, 2010 / nydailynews.com / Gina Salamone & Nicole Lyn Pesce with additional reporting by Nicole Carter and Sherryl Connelly

 

How Are Bullies Created?

How Are Bullies Created?

Many people think that bullies are either insecure or have low self-esteem. Recent research shows that some bullies may fit this description, but many bullies have high self-esteem.

The bully leads via intimidation. People follow to avoid being victimized.
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