Ensure that the person who is doing the bulling knows what behavior is wrong, why it’s wrong, and what the consequences are for engaging in the behavior.

2. Remove Labels: Address Behaviors.

Cyberbullying is the “use of any electronic device to harass, intimidate, or bully another”

6. Engage Parents.

State rules in positive terms, Keep the number of rules to a minimum (3–5 depending upon age), Set rules that cover multiple situations, Make sure rules are age appropriate, Teach your students the rules, Set an example for rule-following behavior, and Be consistent in enforcing the rules

Rules need to enforce respect, responsibility, and safety

4. Reward Positive Behavior.

reinforce good behavior

5. Have Open Communication

A school can also provide nonverbal cues. These can include interior decorations like signs, it can include teachers and staff, and it can include the exterior of the school.

3. Set Clear and Enforceable Rules and Expectations.

Keeping parents informed about their child’s grades, friends, behavior, and even attitudes in school is an important tool when addressing behaviors.

7. Look for Warning Signs.

Are you constantly breaking up the same kids? Do you get to the bottom of what goes on? Have there been changes in these children’s attitudes?

8. When Bullying Occurs, Clear the Scene.

Bullying is not going to end right away.

Be persistent and consistent about stopping i

9. Monitor Hot Spots.

areas like hallways, bathrooms, playgrounds, and busses.

47.2% of bullying occurs in a hallway or stairwell and 33.6% of bullying happens in the classroom (Mahoney, 2012). 20% of bullying situations occur on school grounds

10. Know Your State Law and District Policies.

That’s why 49 out of 50 states currently have bullying laws in place

Bullying can be reduced.