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BY: CHRIS FREEMAN, MANDI FREEMAN, MICHAEL NWEDO, BROOKLYN BAKER
Bullying On The Web
Throwing Online Punches!
technology today makes bullying become easier than ever.
Cyber bullying can be defined as any communication posted or sent by a minor online, by instant messenger, e-mail, website, diary site, online profile, interactive game, handheld device, cell phone or other interactive device that is intended to frighten, embarrass, harass or otherwise target another minor.
Prevention
COMMUNICATE Keep the lines of communication open between the children, parents, teachers, and all adults involved.
UNDERSTAND
Ensure children have a clear understanding of what cyber-bullying really is so they can identify and safely stand up to it.
Prevention
ENCOURAGE
Encourage children to do what they love; art, sports,
etc.
MODELRespect and Kindness
SIGNS A CHILD IS BEING BULLIED
• Frequently feeling ill or faking illness• Difficulty sleeping• Declining grades or loss of interest in school • Avoidance of social situations• Decreased self-esteem• Self destructive behaviors such as thoughts
of suicide
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SIGNS A CHILD IS BULLYING OTHERS
Have friends who bully othersAggressive tendenciesBlame others for their problemsDon’t accept responsibility for their actions Worry about their reputation
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EFFECTS OF CYBERBULLYING
Skipping school or dropping outReceive bad grades in schoolLow self-esteemThe use of alcohol or drugsDepressionAnxietySuicidal thoughts
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LEGAL
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• As a Teacher you must REPORT all bullying activity.
• Understand and Know State law on Bullying and Cyberbullying.
• Know School Districts Policy along with having a working relationship with school administration.
Legal Steps
Identify If Bullying is Occurring Document and ReportCooperate with Law EnforcementLimit Contact with BullyLet Law Enforcement take Charge
Cyber Bullying Overall!The internet is a public place for all to use and if used the
wrong way children can receive the wrong impressions.Cyber bullying must be stopped now before it spreads
worse in the future.
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