First comes the name
calling in the hallways. Then it spreads to the internet, preventing student
from getting away from the harassment, even in the safety of their own home
away from the bullies that torment them day in and day out. This continues and
children try to stay strong, sometimes not seeking help or just not getting
enough of it. Sadly for some, this journey ends at the base of trees, in
stairwells, or in closets of their own rooms.
Bullying is a major problem in our country and
some states have made laws requiring schools to have anti-bullying programs and
procedures in place, but we need nationwide anti-bullying legislation. This is
a matter of life and death for some tormented children. Many states have
anti-bullying laws in place but they vary greatly with how strong they are and
what they require. Our nation needs comprehensive legislation to ensure that
all states, as well as all schools, have proper programs in place to prevent
bullying, and procedures to stop it. This nationwide legislation needs to also
include required training for teachers and all school staff, so that everyone
has the tools and resources to combat this bullying epidemic. Awareness programs
should be included in the legislation because all schools should make students
aware of this issue. That way they will be more aware of the issue of bullying
and will know what to do if they witness bullying, or are being bullied. It is
great that many states have taken initiative and stepped up with state laws,
but the whole country needs to be on the same page for this to be most
successful. There is no reason that this legislation should not be in place. If
we can save the lives of innocent children, why has this not been done already?
I completely agree. The issue of bullying has gotten worse and worse, especially with the variety of technology available. Cyber bullying has become almost impossible to control. I have a friend who was bullied by an ex boyfriend's new girlfriend. The girl posted her phone number on a website, calling her a whore and telling guys to call her. It's hard to control the bullying, but there needs to be stricter laws to protect the safety of children and teenagers.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with both of you. I was a frequent victim of bullying when I grew up and it really weighs heavy on you. Although a good chunk of bullying is via cyberbullying now, it also applies in real-life situations too. An overall anti-bullying law would cover all bases and not just serve one spectrum of bullying.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the solution to this problem lies with the teachers. So often they are oblivious to the bullying. My 4th grade teacher had absolutely no idea I was being tormented every day until I spoke up. Educating about detecting bullying and stopping it with more severe consequences could be the answer to this troubling situation. I think we're going to be waiting years and years before this is enacted, but I enjoy talking about it because it's such a significant thing that cannot be ignored any longer.
I agree as well. It's like people overlook the severity of this issue. There are kids out there who get tormented to the point where they become suicidal. All teachers do is give bullies detentions and suspensions, which are only temporary punishments. And when it comes to cyberbullying, the only thing law enforcers take aaction on is child-pornograpghy issues. There should definitely start to be legal reprecussions for those who bully. No child should have to go through what should be the most carefree times of their lives, being tormented by anyone.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree. Although many schools have begun anti bullying petitions and promises, it still isn't strong enough. Many students have signed and pledged to not bully, but this is not a guarantee that they won't. Cyber bullying has increased and is difficult for others to be aware of. Many lives have been lost so something needs to be done immediately.
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