Bullying is a problem in today’s society. In fact, I would suggest that everyone has dealt with a bully one way or another throughout their lives. It is estimated that 160,000 children miss school every day due to being bullied (Bullying Facts & Statistics). Bullying is a problem not only because children miss school, but they also lose focus on their school work, experience increased anxiety, suffer from high blood pressure, and sometimes even turn to suicide. Although many students face bullying today, something can be done to change the public school system and help prevent bullying in all schools throughout the U.S.
I believe the best way to stop bullying in schools is to educate the teachers to be more aware, and care for the student body. If teachers take the time to notice who is being discriminated against or bullied, it could go a long way toward helping kids deal with these problems. It might also help to encourage the students themselves to say no to bullying and not let it go on around them.
It’s estimated that 56% of students have personally witnessed some type of bullying at school (Bullying Facts & Statistics). Many students see kids being bullied but are afraid to stop it, thinking that they themselves may then become a victim. If we can encourage the students to come together and be there for each other it would give the victims someone to talk to and go to for help. A major part of solving bullying in schools is to identify the bullies and get them help through counseling, therapy, or some other treatment. Many bullies have problems themselves at home or with their parents, and in spite of that, bully other individuals.
This proactive approach could help suppress bullying, and eventually make it nonexistent. The key to success relies on the participation and effort from the teachers, students, and the government.
It’s estimated that 56% of students have personally witnessed some type of bullying at school (Bullying Facts & Statistics). Many students see kids being bullied but are afraid to stop it, thinking that they themselves may then become a victim. If we can encourage the students to come together and be there for each other it would give the victims someone to talk to and go to for help. A major part of solving bullying in schools is to identify the bullies and get them help through counseling, therapy, or some other treatment. Many bullies have problems themselves at home or with their parents, and in spite of that, bully other individuals.
This proactive approach could help suppress bullying, and eventually make it nonexistent. The key to success relies on the participation and effort from the teachers, students, and the government.
Broken families may be another factor that leads to bullying. This is why it’s critical that families with able parents talk to their children and be there for them. If every adolescent went to their parents when they had problems and the parents were engaged and helpful, bullying would be reduced tremendously. Students should also contribute their views and experiences with bullying. They could take leadership roles in school to promote respect and inclusion, communicate about bullying prevention with their peers, and help develop rules and policies. Parents might contribute to a positive school climate through the parent teacher association, volunteering, and school improvement events.
“School staff can keep parents informed, make them feel welcome, and treat them as partners. Schools can consider identifying a school coordinator to support parent and youth engagement strategies. Schools can set meeting times that are convenient for parents and youth and may consider additional incentives such as providing dinner or child care.” (Engage Parents & Youth)
Research shows that school administrators, such as principals, can play a powerful role in bullying prevention. They can inspire others and maintain a climate of respect and inclusion (Engage Parents & Youth). When administrators act and address these problems, they are likely to notice additional benefits such as: Students feeling safer and increasing their focus on learning, parents worrying less, and teachers focusing more on their work. In addition, schools can develop more responsive solutions by engaging the student body who are often more likely to see or hear about bullying than adults. This helps the climate improve as students become more engaged in taking action to stop bullying. Parents can also support schools’ messages about bullying at home, as they are also likely to recognize signs that a child has been bullied or is bullying others.
“School staff can keep parents informed, make them feel welcome, and treat them as partners. Schools can consider identifying a school coordinator to support parent and youth engagement strategies. Schools can set meeting times that are convenient for parents and youth and may consider additional incentives such as providing dinner or child care.” (Engage Parents & Youth)
Research shows that school administrators, such as principals, can play a powerful role in bullying prevention. They can inspire others and maintain a climate of respect and inclusion (Engage Parents & Youth). When administrators act and address these problems, they are likely to notice additional benefits such as: Students feeling safer and increasing their focus on learning, parents worrying less, and teachers focusing more on their work. In addition, schools can develop more responsive solutions by engaging the student body who are often more likely to see or hear about bullying than adults. This helps the climate improve as students become more engaged in taking action to stop bullying. Parents can also support schools’ messages about bullying at home, as they are also likely to recognize signs that a child has been bullied or is bullying others.