The Calendar of Wisdom is an extension of an academic program that promotes
positive behavior, self-esteem and a positive school climate. Each calendar
month focuses on a different theme. Daily ideas and information are provided to
think about, talk about and act upon with your child and family. In addition, it
provides tips and suggestions to help students and adults learn how to
effectively intervene and prevent bullying activities. The content of this
calendar reinforces classroom lessons on the same themes to help create safe,
bully-free environments.
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The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office strives to make our community a safe and
secure place to live and grow. To that end, we are aware of the rising concern
and reports of bullying and cyberbullying that involve our youth. It is such an
issue that there is now a new law to help combat it.
Of course, as with any problem, the best way to combat it, is to prevent it from
happening. It is our hope that this resource will heighten your awareness and
provide relevant information to help prevent it in the first place.
It’s the Law! There are consequences for bullying!
R.S. 17:416.13(C) and (D) are hereby enacted relevant to student code of
conduct, requirement, harassment, intimidation, and bullying. |
Recent Statistics by the American Justice Department report:
- 1 out of every 4 kids will be abused by another youth through bullying or
cyber bullying.
- 1 out of 5 kids admit to being a bully, or doing some “Bullying.”
- 8% of students miss 1 day of class per month for fear of Bullies.
- 43% fear harassment in the bathroom at school.
ADVICE FOR A bully!
- Just don’t do it! Don’t bully your peers!
- Accept responsibility for your behavior.
- Don’t confuse fear with respect. Bullies are feared, not respected!
- Don’t think you are acting cool when you are hurting others.
- Learn to manage your anger and frustration.
WHAT IS bullying?
Bullying is the repeated pattern of hurtful behavior intended to cause an
imbalance of power.
ADVICE FOR someone
WHO IS BEING bullied!
- Stand up straight if you are confronted. Doing so will make you look positive,
even if you’re scared.
- Body language sends important signals.
-Tell the bully to stop. Walk away.
- Stay around other people whenever you can.
- Tell your parents, teacher or trusted adult if you are being bullied.
- NEVER keep bullying a secret.
- If possible, ignore them. They’re trying to upset you and want you to react.
Jefferson Parish Public School System - Commitment to a safe, bully-free, positive learning evnvironment
Know the warning signs. Help your child deal with bullying