In Room 9 we have begun learning about how to stand up against bullying and how to become an active bystander.
Constable Julie taught us the difference between rude, mean and bullying behaviours.
She shared photographs with us which showed some children bullying others. We talked about how the children were feeling and what choices they could make to make the bullying stop.
We also talked about how important the bystanders are and how they can help.
The person being bullied can tell the bully to stop by using a loud voice so other people can hear and the bully knows you mean business!
The bystanders can also tell the bully to stop and invite the person being bullied to play with them.
The person being bullied and the bystanders, can tell the Peer Mediators and Duty Teacher what is happening.
The bully still has a choice and can stop what they are doing and apologise.
Constable Julie said it was important to talk to our families, teachers, friends and/or our school Peer Mediators if we are bullied at school.
Thank you Constable Julie. We have the power to be 'Active Bystanders' now!
