Bullying 5th graders leads to lasting damage
Bullying of 5th graders leads to depression in 7th graders and substance abuse in 10th grade, a new study out of Delaware has found.
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Reducing sexual harassment in middle school
Many middle schoolers are bullied, and if bullying is also sexual harassment, it can be hard to overcome, esp. for girls.
Bullying affects more than report cards
Bullying can affect more than academic performance, though its effects there have been documented. It can lead to suicide if not addressed.
Testosterone booster leads to football lawsuit
A coach kicked some football captains off the team because he disapproved of the nutrition supplement they were using. They're suing him and the school.
Sexual harassment common in middle school
Surveys in IL show sexual harassment and bullying is a pattern in middle school. About 43 of students said they were victims of some form of verbal sexual harassment.
Trump strategist’s site: Bullying reports are fake
We note the uptick in bullying reports nationwide since the election. Some news sites say reports are exaggerated. Keep it in perspective.
Try to keep campaign nastiness out of class
Teachers want to talk about the election, but some of the hateful rhetoric is hurtful, especially if students direct it at other students.
7-year-old Mo. student cried, was handcuffed
A 7-year-old boy, allegedly handcuffed by a police officer in a Kansas City elementary school for crying, is suing the school district.
H.S. girl stabbed on a bus in Texarkana
A high school girl was stabbed on a bus Thursday in Texarkana, giving us an opportunity to consider school bus safety initiatives everywhere.
Pain from bullying can last for years
Negative effects of bullying on girls can take years to heal. Schools need to step up awareness & help girls cope with the emotional aftermath.