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Bullying and Violence Prevention

 

An individual is being bullied or victimized when he/she is exposed repeatedly and over time to negative actions by one or more other students. Bullying can take the form of teasing, threatening, spreading rumours, name calling, stealing, kicking, and/or hitting. This can occur face to face or through the use of technology, such as cell phones or the internet. The bullying experience produces harmful effects such as: withdrawing from activities, stomach aches, headaches, panic attacks, sleeping problems, depression or violence. 

 

As teachers and parents, we need to be aware that bullying prevention is not only limited to the school, but includes a broader approach to promote the development of safe and healthy relationships for children. This approach includes fostering stronger connections within families, between teachers and parents, and within communities. Explore the resources below to learn more. We all can do something to prevent bullying and its harmful effects.

 

Programs for Schools

 

The provincial government has invested $1.1 million to train over 6,000 elementary teachers to recognize and assist children who are experiencing domestic violence.  Teachers can obtain resources and information about workshops being offered at: www.curriculum.org/womanabuse .

 

York Region Health Services - School Services Team works in partnership with the Community Alliance for York Region Education (CAYRE): www.cayre.ca

 

Challenge Day is a non-profit organization that helps young people learn to connect through powerful, often life-changing programs in their schools and communities. www.challengeday.org

 

When participating in the Healthy Schools Program, schools can receive support from a public health nurse to address bullying prevention with a comprehensive action plan.

 

Resources

 

Parent Health Connection Tips for Parents - Together We Can Stop Bullying

Offered in:     Chinese       English        Farsi       Tamil        Urdu 

 

Bullying Prevention Instructional Resources for Teachers/Schools (Summary) 

 

 

For more information, please contact

            York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653


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