Teachers
Parents
Community Engagement
Professional Development for Teachers: Regular training sessions for teachers on the latest strategies for preventing and addressing bullying and violence, including cultural competency training.
Feedback Mechanisms: Implement anonymous surveys for students, parents, and staff to provide feedback on the effectiveness of the school's anti-bullying strategies.
Suggestions of Books
"The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander"
by Barbara Coloroso
Provides a deep understanding of the roles individuals play in bullying scenarios and how each can act to prevent and address bullying.
"Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls"
by Rachel Simmons -
Explores relational aggression and provides strategies for creating supportive environments for girls.
"Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard: Preventing and Responding to Cyberbullying?"
by Sameer Hinduja and Justin W. Patchin
Offers insights into cyberbullying and effective strategies for prevention and response.
"Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ"
by Daniel Goleman -
Highlights the importance of emotional intelligence in preventing bullying and building supportive communities.
by Scott Cooper -
Offers strategies for creating inclusive classrooms that understand and leverage cultural diversity.
Video References
Short Films for Discussion and Analysis
"I Am Someone" by Telus Fund
Focuses on the impact of cyberbullying and the importance of community support in addressing it.
"To This Day" -by Shane Koyczan
A powerful spoken word poem accompanied by animation, addressing the long-term effects of bullying and the strength found in shared experiences and resilience.
"Sticks and Stones" by Project Anti-Bully
A short film that captures real stories of bullying and the strength found in standing together against it.
