PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

BY ANDI S. & PIA C.

Phoebe Prince was a 15 year old girl from Massachusetts who was raised in Ireland.

She was a victim of endless bullying.

On January 14th, 2010, she committed suicide because she couldn’t take anymore.

There were 6 teenagers who were involved with the bullying. 4 of 6 were sent to jail because of violation of civil rights and statutory rape. They

thought they were being harmless.

Michigan is the 48th state to make an anti-bullying law. Kevin Epling of East Lansing, who

made an anti-bullying law in Michigan his crusade after his son's suicide in 2002, said, “The bill is a firm foundation for the start of

anti-bullying programs in schools.”

An bullying law is the first step to succeeding in a way to stop bullying forever. There are

more things you can do.

Don’t be a victim, bystander, or bully. Be the whistleblower.

Bullying maybe funny or just a joke to you but as a victim it is harmful. Click the star for some websites that may help if you are a victim.

Pacer Kids

Stop Bullying Now

Bully Free Kids

International Bullying Prevention

If you are being bullied, or you know someone who is, call the

national bullying hotline:1-800-TALK (8255)

Tell a trusted adult, like your parents, legal guardians, a

teacher, or school counselor. Tell someone who can help make a difference to end the conflict.

One small person can make a BIG

difference.

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