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Bullied student gets $260,000 from families of bullies and school district
According to the Bakersfield Californian, a Stockdale High School student, who was physically assaulted by five older students, has settled his suit against the Kern High School District, the students who committed the assault and two other students for $260,000. The case illustrates the degree to which students and their parents can be held financially accountable in bullying cases. It also shows that students can be held financially responsible even if they are witnesses or simply know about such incidents, but don't tell authorities.
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Teen bullying: Tormented boy's short life ends in suicide
he bullying seemed inescapable. His family and friends say it followed Iain Steele from junior high to high school -- from hallways, where one tormentor shoved him into lockers, to cyberspace, where another posted a video on Facebook making fun of his taste for heavy metal music.
Cyberbullying: Using Virtual Scenarios to Educate and Raise Awarenessli
Cyberbullying: Using Virtual Scenarios to Educate and Raise Awareness\n[Research Paper: Discussion]\nVivian Wright, The University of Alabama with Joy Burnham, Chris Inman and Heather Ogorchock\nMonday, 6/29/2009, 8:30am-9:30am WWCC 159, Table: 1\n\nThis session will teach educators how to use student feedback and reactions to scenarios created in Second Life to educate and raise awareness on cyberbullying prevention techniques.
How to Tell Real Friends from the Other Kind
New book for teens and tweens. Part graphic novel, part practical life skills, REAL FRIENDS VS. THE OTHER KIND by Annie Fox is here to help. The second book in the Middle School Confidential™ series, it follows a tight-knit group of fictional seventh graders--Jen, Jack, Michelle, Chris, Mateo, and Abby--as they work to strengthen friendships while navigating tough social situations.
Teen Online & Wireless Safety Survey [PDF]
Cox Communications commissioned Harris Interactive to conduct a survey among U.S. teens ages 13-18. Key objectives of this study were to:
•Examine teen’s online and cell phone behavior, specifically regarding:
• Sending sexually suggestive text messages ore emails
• Bullying others online or by text message
•Understand the relationship between teens and their parents regarding parental controls for the Internet
•Uncover how and why teens go online on their cell phone <br>
Download the complete 60-page report.
Cyber Bullying [PBS Radio Discussion]
One problem that faces children today takes place not in school, but in cyberspace. Writer Kathe Telingator has this tale of dealing with an anonymous bully.
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Cyberbullying is defined as threats or other offensive behavior sent online to a victim or sent or posted online about the victim for others to see. I’d read the articles; I knew this. I got it. But 11-year-olds as perpetrators?
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“It’s not really a surprise,” explained my friend, Dr. Joshua Kahn, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. “Kids are much more sophisticated about computers than adults realize. They are empowered in a way that they have never been before. Kids who might otherwise be perceived as quiet or isolated, or who are uncomfortable asserting themselves in public discover that the internet can be a tool to communicate anger, jealousy, and frustration. Kids struggling with issues of self-esteem can say what they want anonymously, and avoid personal contact or confrontation in the process. This secret form of communication usually carries no culpability and might unleash excessive and unhealthy anger. Their satisfaction is usually short-lived and unresolved.”
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AB 91 - Golden Rule Act [Kentucky]
In April 2008, Gov. Steve Beshear signed House Bill 91, often referred to as "The Golden Rule Act." The measure is aimed at protecting Kentucky's students by requiring "bullying" policies in the state's public schools. "This legislation hits home for many children, teens and their parents," said Gov. Beshear. "By prohibiting bullying and harassment among students, The Golden Rule Act will help protect Kentucky's most valuable resource, our children."
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he legislation, sponsored by Rep. Mike Cherry (D-Princeton), prohibits bullying, harassment and other forms of intimidation--including cyber-bullying via the Internet among students. Those who break the code of acceptable behavior could face suspension, expulsion or other disciplinary action. School districts also will be required to put procedures in place to handle reports of such behavior.
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HB 91 also includes provisions that require school districts to provide training to teachers and others who work directly with students, if funds are available, and include information on both the code of acceptable behavior and the Golden Rule in district employee training manuals.
No bullies allowed [Pennsylvania State Initiative]
A bill passed earlier this year makes it mandatory for Pennsylvania school districts to have a written anti-bullying policy in place beginning next year.
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A school must have a written bullying policy that includes consequences for violations, identify school personnel to notify with complaints and the policy must be posted in every classroom and be reviewed by students, according to a press release issued by Williams' office.
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And while school violence had declined 4 percent during the past several years, bullying in schools has risen 5 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Bullying: We Can All Help Stop It
The effects of bullying go beyond the school yard. For you as a parent, here's what to watch for, what you can do, and where you can go to get help. From the Ministry of Education [Ontario, Canada]
Internet Smarts - Interactive Case Studies
Explore important topics in Internet use at school or at home. These guided, multimedia activities allow you to examine issues affecting schoolwork, class papers, entertainment activities and online safety.
Cyberbullying Defined in H.R. 2163
Illustrating how important this threat has become, Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-Calif.) and Rep. Kenny Hulshof (R-Mo.) proposed a federal law that would criminalize acts of so-called cyberbullying. In this blog, two national security advisors propose to take it further so that on-line masquerading is also defined and considered. They would also like to see H.R. 2163 increase the penalities when a cyberbully uses a false identity or steals another person's identity when bullying a victim.
Back to School Tips| Americans for Technology Leadership
As children go back to school, many parents are concerned about how their children will be using the computer and Internet devices in the classroom. Communication is key. Parents need to talk with their children about how to use the Internet safely, potential threats and appropriate usage of the Internet. By understanding both the benefits and the risks of Internet use, families can have a safer and more secure online experience. This article includes key tips on cyberbullying, internet safety, privacy and security.
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Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying or online bullying is repeated, unwanted or cruel behavior against someone through computers, cell phones, gaming consoles, or other Internet-based means.
The Internet is always “on,” opening the door for 24-hour harassment. Cyberbullies can be anonymous. They never have to confront their victims, they don’t have to be physically stronger and cyberbullies may be virtually invisible to parents and adults. -
- Look for warning signs your child may be the victim of cyberbullying – depression, lack of interest in school and friends, drop in grades and subtle comments that something may be wrong.
- If your child is the victim of cyberbullying, take action. By filtering email, instant messages and text messages, you can cut off many of the ways the cyberbullies contact your child. By having your child avoid the sites and groups where the attacks occur, he/she can ignore the bully. If harassment continues, change your child’s email address, user names and Internet account.
- If these steps do not stop the cyberbullying, contact the parents of the child who is behind the bullying, contact the school, and if the situation is not resolved, involve the police. It’s important to compile copies of harassing emails and postings to have evidence for authorities or the school, so they can take action.
- Look for signs that your child may be the cyberbully themselves – if they sign onto the Internet under someone else’s name, if they use someone else’s password without their permission, if they posted rude or mean things about someone else online, if they use bad language online, or if they changed their profile or away message designed to embarrass or frighten someone. Talk to your kids about cyberbullying and why it’s wrong and hurtful.
- Look for warning signs your child may be the victim of cyberbullying – depression, lack of interest in school and friends, drop in grades and subtle comments that something may be wrong.
Back To School, Back on the Internet, Back to Basics [PDF]
<b>Back To School, Back on the Internet, Back to Basics: A Guide to Protect Yourself and Your Children Online </b>.This double-sided brochure from <b> Americans for Technology Leadership </b> can be downloaded, printed and distributed to parents -- or used as a link from your school web site.
Kidscape Advice: Cyberbullying/Cybersafety Issues
Kidscape is the first charity in the UK established specifically to prevent bullying and child sexual abuse. Their site offers cyberbullying advice for kids on Text/Video Messaging, Chatrooms & IM, Email and cyberbullying done via web sites.
A Look at Cyberbullying and Public Schools
This article is part of an online symposium on the First Amendment Center Online titled Cyberbullying & Public Schools.
Searching for Solutions to Cyberbullying
This article, by John Palfree, is part of an online symposium on the First Amendment Center Online titled Cyberbullying & Public Schools. The author concludes that there is no easy answer to the problem of online bullying and that the most effective approach - education, with a view toward establishing positive social norms - is the hardest to accomplish. John Palfrey chaired the Internet Safety Technical Task Force in 2008. He is the co-author of Born Digital: Understanding the First Generation of Digital Natives\n\n
Ten Ways to Prevent Cyberbullying [HotChalk]
Cyberbullying is the practice of posting or sending harmful images or text via the Internet or other digital communication tools, such as cell phones, email, instant messaging, chat rooms, video game spaces or social networking environments such as My Space and Facebook. Following are some tips for parents and educators to help keep kids safe.
Look Both Ways | 12 Cybersafety Tips
A Dozen Things You Can Do Today to Get Safer Online
Teens arrested over 'rape video'
Three teenagers aged 16 to 19 have been arrested in Hong Kong over a violent "rape video" that has been widely viewed on mobile phones and over the internet.
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