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Bullying Prevention Across America

Our values

Think Big. Act Bigger.

Respect

“I firmly believe that respect is a lot more important, and a lot greater, than popularity.”
–Julius Erving

Challenge

“I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.”
—Unknown

Education

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
—Nelson Mandela

Believe

“When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly and unquestionably.”
—Walt Disney

Our Commitment

Create a Positive School Climate

Build Relationships.
Model positive behavior.
Appreciate people.

Follow Evidence-Based Practices

Ask a question, search, critically appraise, implement, and evaluate.

Data-Based Decision Making

Use facts, metrics, and data to guide decisions that align with your goals, objectives, and initiatives.

Family, School, & Community Partnerships

Family and community engagement greatly increases the likelihood that students will learn and thrive.

Resources

Together we make all the difference

Over half of students ages 12-18 who reported being bullied believed their bullies had the ability to influence what other students thought of them.

No Bully Help Hotline: 1-866-488-7386       |      STOMP Out Bullying HelpLine: view hours and chat online

GLBT National Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743      |      National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

SPONSORS

Seaway Bank, Chicago | Special Olympics | Chicago Park Districts | City Colleges of Chicago
Poppin Dough | Chicago Fire Department | The Rink | Maywood School District 89
Glenwood Skating Rink | Burnside Academy, Chicago |  Dr. Dwayne Ruffin, Ed.D

Change a life today

We have got to dispel this myth that bullying is just a normal rite of passage.

Barack Obama