Quote from Mary Jo McGrath
Excerpts from a recent article

“In fact, bullying is not a conflict,” Ms. McGrath asserts. “It is a form of illegal harassment and an abuse of power. Physical bullying can become criminal assault. While conflict resolution seems like a good way to teach students to work together and problem solve, it is an ineffective and inappropriate response to bullying. If they are going to make any real headway on this subject, school districts must shift their focus. What can and must be done immediately is to change the adult response to bullying. We must make it safe for students to report bullying, and then demonstrate a prompt, effective, consistent, and age-appropriate response to incidents and patterns every time they occur.

When a student complains of bullying, or bullying is observed or suspected by a teacher, administrator or staff member, the McGrath program provides a structure for action. It outlines a method for documentation, intervention, complaint intake and investigation, which leads to appropriate disciplinary action against bullies and protects victims”.

Educator responses to the question:  “What did you most value in this training?”

Tools and resources on bullying.

Sound strategies to help teachers.

Lessons to implement to effectively reach children and act appropriately.

Valuable information that I will use at all grade levels and share with teachers and staff,
Valuable information on exactly what a bully is, what signs a teacher should look for and how bullying can be prevented.

New insights, material and a better understanding of bullying.

Hands on experience from the models given.

Good information about what to look for in both the bully and the victim.

Outstanding legal information about bullying and harassment .

A logical method for helping students, staff, and parents identify and stop bullying and harassment.

This was just what I was hoping for with my staff!