Solutions


 * These are some of the ideas we found when researching online for solutions to problems in schools related to disrespect, bullying and gossip.

[|Peace Games] The power of peacemakers.

[|Anti-Bullying Network] Interactive activities for young people.

[|Girls Health] Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be You, Beautiful.

[|Talk Helps] All kinds of bullying and what to do about it.

[|Do Something] Lots of ideas for dealing with bullying and gossip in schools.

[|Youth Crime Watch of America] Good ideas for schools.

[|Paper Candles] A play about about bullying.

[|Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning] Where families, schools and communities work together.**


 * Our school is beginning a "Peer Mediation" program. Some of us are being trained to be Peer Mediators.**
 * Does your school have a program that works?

Teasing: I use this rule at home for my kids: if everyone involved (including pets) thinks it is fun, then it is OK. Everyone likes a good laugh but don't make it at the expense of others. SMD**