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Karley Tarachanowicz

Mrs. Sanchez

ERWC

31 January 2017

Different Ways to Address Bullying

Today's unfortunate prevalent topic of bullying is widespread through all grade levels

and schools across the world. The harassment, and intimidation is an ongoing occurrence and

needs to be spoken upon. Bullying should be addressed in schools, at home, over social media,

and through special programs.

Bullying should be talked about in schools where they have a code of conduct, safe

environment, and bullying prevention education. In the article, Eliminate Bullying in Your

Classroom by Eleanor T. Migliore, she speaks about the importance of encouraging

administrators and faculty to write a no-bullying policy into the schools handbook (Millipore

171). Creating a no tolerance rule concerning bullying will display their concern about the issue.

Having it written in the schools guideline will build a less anxious atmosphere for students.

Based on the information in the article Key Policy Letters from the education Secretary by

Elementary & Secondary Education, U.S. Department of Education. It states that in 1984 the

congress passed a law that allows equal access to all students conveying a safer environment

without discrimination (U.S Department of Education 157). This permits individuals to freely

speak their mind in schools and to discuss difficult issues civilly. A retired middle school teacher

and freelance writer Phil Nast, wrote the article, Teaching Students to Prevent Bullying voiced

his opinion on bullying curriculum. He stated in his article that they should incorporate lessons

and activities in grade schools to educate and make sure the students are aware of what they are
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doing when bullying their peers (Nast). Although students get bullied at school it is important to

follow up with them at home.

Bullying should also be addressed at home with having open conversation, the boosting

and nurturing of their child's self-esteem, and being sure that they are alert and observant. In the

article, Life after Bullying by Mark Brown, he states that parents need to keep communication

open with their children at home. They need to show them that they are valued and they have a

purpose (Brown 161). According to the article, Is Your Child Being Bullied? 9 Steps You Can

Take as a Parent By Janet Lehman, she specified that you have to be able to listen to what your

child has to say, support and respond to them with care and sympathy (Lehman). In the same

article Lehman also responds to the importance of being observant. Being able to observe how

your child is acting and feeling is the first step in addressing an issue (Lehman). Parents can have

an impact on helping a child deal with their internal issues nevertheless; the media is also

something that empowers many students.

The media has power over what people see. It is important to also address bullying

through social media because it is one of the biggest forms of bullying, experts are there to help

without actually having to contact or tell anyone, and they are able to provide credible tips on

how to handle a bully. One of the biggest forms of bullying is cyber bullying. In the previous

article by Mark Brown, he states that children use words as a weapon and try to harm others. The

most common form of bullying is cyber bullying because no matter what age, gender, or race,

their physical identity is hidden behind a screen (Brown 160). In the article written by Phil Nast,

he states how many resources there are to help students in need online. Whether it is a toll-free

hotline, or a councilor to talk to. It is completely confidential and they dont need to expose

themselves (Nast). The media gives advice and tips on how to handle a bully. It is one of the
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most credible places to find assistance and council (Nast). Social media is a tool used to assist

students who are struggling yet, there are other ways that students can express their concerns.

Lastly, bullying should be addressed through special programs and strategies such as

holistic bullying approaches, anonymous reporting programs, and guest speakers or influencers.

Understanding how a person feels is most important when helping them with a situation. In the

previous article, Eliminate Bullying in Your Classroom it is vital to praise and acknowledge all

students who come forward with bullying concerns (Migliore). Also according to Migliore, a

confidential messaging box in the classroom will allow and enable students to reach out for help

without feeling embarrassed or ashamed (Migliore 170). Also according to Brown it is

imperative to establish a peer mediation program where students can present their grievances

with one another in a no threatening environment (Brown 161). Having programs inside schools

will allow students the opportunity to voice their concerns. It is an approach that will overall help

student, teachers, and the community.

Many people go through some type of intimidation thought their lives. It is imperative to

address these situations correctly by teaching about it in schools, addressing it at home, giving

advice over social media, and consolidating through special programs.

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Works Cited

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"Life After Bullying." Bullying: A Research Project. PTA, n.d. Web. 02 Feb. 2017.

Lock, R. H., and E. T. Migliore. "Eliminate Bullying in Your Classroom." Intervention in School

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Phil Nast, Retired Middle School Teacher and Freelance Writer. "Teaching Students to Prevent

Bullying." NEA. N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Feb. 2017.

"What To Do If Your Child Is Being Bullied." Empowering Parents. N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Feb.

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