Action Against "Star Player" Bully?
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Moderator on
January 29, 2007 at
10:04AM EST
Thank you for the information and tips. I have a question...."what does one do in the case where a female was beaten up by two boys and reported to the assistance principle (a women) who then in turn told the parent....if you report this further or are asking for the bullies parents to be notified.... this could only cause more relation (beatings) and that she can't or won't bring disciplinary action against the boys because one of them is our star player." Where does this leave the parent and student as far as moral ethics and even receiving any kind of justice or sincere apology? It seems that schools are condoning this to the point where it is no matter kids are out of control. What do you recommend as far as reporting to school higher ups, because for one thing don't you agree that the assistant principle is sending a bad message or inspiring those bullies who might ultimately one day take the life of an innocent child or future female partner?
I very much appreciate any guidance, help and recommendation on this.
Thank you
John
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Posted by: Apollo GT on February 18, 2007 4:36PM EST
But back yourself up with concrete evidence.
Make sure you send in a letter of complain and that it is a certified letter and you demand a response in a timely manner.
Apollo GT
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Posted by: Moderator on February 2, 2007 9:06AM EST
My 11 year old daughter just experienced a bully situation at her school. Fortunately, we had discussed bullying before the beginning of school and our zero tolerance as her parents. During lunch the group of girls went to their school counselor and the counselor spoke with the girls about their behavior. I asked the counselor to please contact all the parents of the girls involved because this type of problem will not stop after one conversation. I will be contacting the school tomorrow to make certain that the parents were contacted. It just amazes me how parents would rather turn a blind eye than deal with this growing threatening problem. A huge eye opener for me was to look at the situation from the outside say for instance they are in a new school and/or new town...I asked myself is my child the bully or the victim? It's one thing to have a no bully policy but you can't enforce what you don't observe. Parents MUST talk with their kids and getting the entire student body to participate is a win-win situation for all.
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Posted by: sj on January 31, 2007 10:32AM EST
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Wow. It's sad how often people in the spotlight get out of trouble without being held accountable for their actions.
I would say take your complaint to the principal, then the board of education. Keep going higher until you get the resolution you're looking for. If that doesn't solve the problem, put them in a different school.
If I were you, I would also befriend someone at your local newspaper. Bad press can usually get some wheels turning.
We are actually releasing a documentary in two weeks called "Silent Witness". It deals directly with the topic of bystanders- both children and school administators who witness bullying and do nothing to stop it.
In the meantime, check out "Sticks and Stones". In it is a girl who actually sued the school for not providing her with a safe environment.
Good luck!
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