Anti-Bullying Program
Bullying, particularly among school-age children, is a major public health problem both domestically and internationally. A person is bullied when he or she is exposed repeatedly over time to negative actions by one or more others, excluding cases where two children of similar physical and psychological strength are fighting. Bullying experiences include not only physical aggression, but also verbal aggression, including verbal harassment, spreading rumors, or social rejection and isolation.
Studies indicate that bullying experiences are associated with a number of behavioral, emotional, and physical adjustment problems. Victims of bullying tend to report feelings of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and isolation; poor school performance; suicidal thoughts; and suicide attempts.
Here at Freeport Elementary School, we have implemented a bullying awareness program beginning with Grade 3 titled "Stop Bullying Now,' provided by the U.S. Government website manged by the Department of Health & Human Services in partnership with the Department of Education and the Department of Justice. The program defines:
*What Bullying Is
*Recognizing The Warning Signs
*How To Get Help
The program also provides tips for parents that available by clicking link below.
If you have any questions, please contact the Freeport Elementary School Guidance Department at (850) 892-1210 ext. 2312.
http://www.stopbullying.gov/about_us/
Studies indicate that bullying experiences are associated with a number of behavioral, emotional, and physical adjustment problems. Victims of bullying tend to report feelings of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and isolation; poor school performance; suicidal thoughts; and suicide attempts.
Here at Freeport Elementary School, we have implemented a bullying awareness program beginning with Grade 3 titled "Stop Bullying Now,' provided by the U.S. Government website manged by the Department of Health & Human Services in partnership with the Department of Education and the Department of Justice. The program defines:
*What Bullying Is
*Recognizing The Warning Signs
*How To Get Help
The program also provides tips for parents that available by clicking link below.
If you have any questions, please contact the Freeport Elementary School Guidance Department at (850) 892-1210 ext. 2312.
http://www.stopbullying.gov/about_us/