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North Ridge Middle School is committed to addressing bullying through comprehensive awareness and prevention strategies. Our program outlines the types of bullying—including written, verbal, electronic, and physical forms—and provides indicators to help identify when bullying occurs. We encourage open dialogue between students, parents, and staff to address issues promptly. By promoting understanding and offering guidance on how to handle both victim and bully situations, we aim to foster a safe and supportive environment for all students. For assistance, please contact our crisis counselors.
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North Ridge MS Bully Prevention and Awareness Heather Penry, M.A., LPC North Ridge Crisis Counselor
Bullying • Engaging in written or verbal expression, expression through electronic means, or physical conduct that occurs on school property, at a school-sponsored or school-related activity or in a vehicle operated by the district and creates an imbalance of power. • Is severe, pervasive and persistent • See Texas Education Code 37,0832
Types of Bullying • Written • Verbal • Electronic (Cyber) • Physical
Indicators of Bullying • Obvious Indicators • A child tells you about it • A friend of the child tells you about it • You find a note/letter with names • A child writes about it in class/at home • Posted on facebook/twitter/text messages/etc
Indicators of Bullying • Covert Indicators • A change in mood with your child • A rise in anxiety around lunch, weekends, before school or after school • Child not wanting to spend time with friends • Child acting out with attention seeking behavior • Making excuses for spending more time at home
Ways to deal with Bullying • Victim • Have the child explain the situation(s) in detail • Normalize their feelings by acknowledging what the child is telling you • Find out what the child would like the outcome to be • What has the child tried already to stop it? • If it happened at school, let the school know.
Ways to deal with Bullying • Bully • Have the child explain the situation(s) in detail • Normalize their feelings by acknowledging what the child is telling you • Why are they picking on the other child? Has the other child done something to them? • If it happened at school, let the school know. • What is happening with the child for them to act this way towards others?
Informing the School • Call Mrs. Penry, Mr. Ellis, Ms. Blowers, Mr. Whitfield or the classroom teacher at 817-547-5200 • Give as much detail as possible (include dates and times) • Give names of others involved • Report it as soon as possible
Possible Consequences • A complete investigation will be conducted • Depends on severity, pervasiveness and persistence • Can range from Friday Night School to DAEP • These are just some of the possibilities.
Questions and Answers • Questions • Comments • Concerns • Suggestions
The End • Thank you for your time and attention to helping keep our kids safe and comfortable here at North Ridge Middle School.