Kilgore ISD on Bullying

Facts about Bullying

• Bullying is NOT a fact of life. It is a life changing event.
• Bullying is a form of abuse, harassment and violence.
• Bullying is a learned behavior.
• 86% of children between the ages of 12 and 15 said that they get teased or bullied at school.

 Creating a Culture of Kindness & Caring

• Teach the difference between tattling and telling.
• Teach kindness and caring. Make kindness and caring parts of your everyday vocabulary.
• Invite kids to make choices.
• Promote random acts of kindness.
• Teach empathy and compassion.
• Be kind.
• Be consistent with rules and consequences.
• Talk about values/ethical principles.
• Use teachable moments – relate everything to kindness and caring.
• Role model positive, respectful, and caring behavior. Watch own reactions and words.
• Promote persity.
• Make sure we (adults) are warm, caring and having a positive influence with the children. Give compliments. Be grateful.

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