Parents, school staff and other caring adults have a role to play in preventing bullying. They can
- help kids understand bullying. Talk about what bullying is and how to stand up to it safely. Tell kids bully is unacceptable. Make sure kids know how to get help;
- keep the lines of communication open. Check in with kids often. Listen to them. Know their friends, ask about school, and understand their concerns;
- encourage kids to do what they love. Special activities, interests and hobbies can boost confidence, help kids make friends, and protect them from bullying behavior;
- model how to treat others with kindness and respect.
