Since when has it ever been ok to Bully someone? Especially to the point to where they do not want to go to public school anymore and has asked non stop to be home schooled. I don't get it. She is told suck it up and deal with it. Bullying happens on a daily bases. NOT OK.. The school is only willing to do so much, and she has filled out a bully report. I wonder what it is going to take before they actually do something.. Last year it was to the point to where Christianna has a broken arm due to it.. This year she got hit on school property before school started when she went in for Mentor orientation. Cut into her Cheek with her teeth she got hit so hard and had a hard time eating. Now she is called fat and stupid because she likes One Direction and Taylor Swift. She asked me 5 times yesterday if she was fat and when I told her no, She didn't believe me. Yes, granted she is 13 and very vulnerable but still she is 110pounds and she is tall and skinny. Rick is worried she will have an eating disorder but I am not sure. She loves food to much right now. but I think part of that is the age too.. I have gotten her to where she will blog and write things down in a notebook but sometimes I don't know if that is even enough.
That is so sad and absolutely unacceptable! It sounds like the school needs a better system implemented. If she has been physically harmed I would go beyond the school, to your district and even further if you have to.
ReplyDeleteNicole, I made those calls a little bit ago.. waiting to hear back now.
DeleteBullying is never okay. I was bullied all throughout middle school and high school (I had anorexia for years and years) and without the support of my family, I wouldn't be here right now. your daughter seems like a strong girl -- she will be fine! Just make sure she talks about her feelings.
ReplyDeleteWow... she sure goes to school with a rough bunch. Where are the teachers while all this is going on is what I wonder... If not the teachers... isn't there an adult around?
ReplyDeleteTerry, I asked my self that one. The Counselor told me that their is always an adult around in the halls but i dont believe it as much
DeleteBullying is a gravely serious issue that some schools unfortunately do not take seriously enough. I am a high school teacher and have been fortunate enough to work in schools that have been really receptive to dealing with bullying. If the principal and administration of the school have not been stepping in, I would suggest contacting the district office. The people at the district are often very worried about the legal issues that could ensue from cases of bullying and are usually very quick to get on principals and admins who turn the other way and try to ignore it. Your daughter shouldn't have to leave the public school system because of this, and these kids who are tormenting her need to get the message that it is never okay to treat anyone in this manner.
ReplyDeleteI get told they will talk to the kids doing this but I do not know if thy have.. I make calls to them daily.
DeleteWow. I'd be raising hell if she were mine. I'm not saying your not of course but I am one of those people who will lose their shit on you if I'm made enough. Don't think the school ever wants to see THAT xD I hope things get better. Unfortunately some kids these days are horrid little monsters that need to be buried alive and forgotten about. And it's only gonna get worse... :(
ReplyDeleteOh We have raised all kinds of hell.. They really do not want my husband to go into the school..
DeleteDefinitely go above the school, to the school board if you have too. BTW, I sympathize with you, I homeschooled my daughter for three years because of all the bullying she endured in 6th grade.
ReplyDeleteThis makes me so very sad. Wish there was something we could do for you. I am sure you are doing everything that you can. Kids should not have to endure this.
ReplyDeleteOh this is soo sad! and that's the problem with today's youth instead of looking up to the Adele's of this world they all want to look like the Taylor Swifts and Miley's. It's so sad and kids can be very mean and ruthless. I myself am going through a rough patch with my 6 year old. He's being bullied in school because of his speech and being called dumb because the school made us change him from 1st grade back to kindergarten. But the thing is that my baby is lucky to be alive today and i think I'm blessed that he only has speech problems and some problems with his motor skills. I always try and tell him he is smart and wonderful but he doesn't want to go to school and is starting to act out and runs out of class. =( I think you just got to make sure your little girl knows how much she is loved and how wonderful she is and that she is perfect the way she is cause she is she looks like a very beautiful little girl.
ReplyDeleteBeing physically injured is not bullying, that is abuse. I would report it to the police since the school won't do anything. contact your school board and request a meeting, tell them you've contacted an attorney, the police and the local TV station.
ReplyDeleteHow terrible.
This is unacceptable! Go all the way to the Board. My daughter has always been on the heavy side so she got bullied quite a bit. I didn't tolerate it and sat her down everyday and had a talk. She handled it quite good to be honest. But I totally understand, this is a huge topic in this country.
ReplyDeleteThis is really bad! I was being hit by my friend just because I like One Direction , today I wrote about it. Why kids are so crazy? Leave everybody on their own! If someone hurt her physically, it's abusing! You should ask her to be brave and report the bully kids in school or maybe police too! Bullying is a strong issue!
ReplyDeleteI get so mad when I read something like this! My son is in the same situation. he gets bullied every single day at school and all those complaints and talking to parents didn't bring anything. We made him switch schools!
ReplyDeleteBullying is never the way to go. I always say kids have tough time expressing their feelings but it is our duty to teach them all options. Sometimes the parents are just as poorly informed as the kids.
ReplyDeleteBulling is not OK.
ReplyDeleteMy kids were home schooled and I love it
Bullying is NOT ok. And the school needs to do more. if not go to the school board. Keep pushing them. Make a stink. IF you have to get some legal advice. It is a school where they are responsible for your child's safety. And they are not providing that. If your child is being Physically attacked, they need to do something about it and those doing it need to be expelled or legal action taken against them for assault. Take it to social media and get others to share your story to get some fire moving under your school's rear end. Consider changing schools. It's not ok to bully--ever. And your daughter shouldn't have to keep living like that.
ReplyDeleteIt's just not fair . School bullying is just SO wrong . I can't describe it in words . All those who do it must be reported hard ONCE! I am sorry to hear about your daughter , stay her strong .
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You need to take it up with the school and try and put a stop to it. There is no need for bullying at all. My son who is 8 and autistic was being bullied as well. Kids can be so mean to each other and they need to know that it's not ok to bully EVER!
ReplyDeleteI remember all too well being picked on constantly about my weight growing up...I cannot understand how kids can be so cruel, and in this case so violent. Shame on the school for not doing more. I hope they will resolve this for your daughter. She sounds like a great girl and One Direction and Taylor Swift are great!! :P I worry about these issues for my son, he is only 18 mo now but it's clear that things are not getting any better with bullying. Good luck.
ReplyDeletePLEASE bring this matter to the attention of the school superintendent. If you live on a military base, also notify the base commander. This is unacceptable. If the school refuses to do anything about it, go above their heads until you find someone who will make them take it seriously.
ReplyDeleteCorinne, I posted an update the school is finally listing and doing something about it.. This week so far she has not had any issues at school..
DeleteJust read the update. I'm very relieved!
DeleteI hate bullies. My kids have to deal with them and we're talking a lot about it this year. Kids should not have to deal with it, but the really bad thing is? Adults can be bullies too.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Corinne, go above someones head to make this known. This is not ok
I see bullying on the internet quite often, people tend to think that it is OK to verbally abuse others unfortunately...
ReplyDeleteI honestly would take her to counseling. There is no shame in getting help. She can learn how to cope with situations better that way. I know my kids have gone through it too. My son actually does on-line school because he hates public school, it isn't what I wanted for him but it is working.
ReplyDeleteThis is really sad! I hate those bullies, they deserve to be punish! I can't understand why schools could not stop those bullies in their power. No one deserve to be bully.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear what you're going through. I would suggest getting the police and local media involved if the behavior continues
ReplyDeleteIt's never okay to bully someone and much less when it is being allowed by the people who are in place to protect the children from it.
ReplyDeleteThis is terrible. I understand it, though. When I was in 4-6th grade, I was sexually harrassed and one time sexually assaulted ON school property. The school said there was nothing they could do. When I was sexually assaulted, we went to the police, and the police grilled me and made me feel like I was in the wrong. Being in an interrogation room with two big, burly cops when you are 11/12 is scary.
ReplyDeleteI really hope you get some help for your child. It's not right. The school isn't doing what they should be to protect your child!
Oh dear, that is what I'm also concerned about letting my child go to public school. Right now, I'm doing homeschool as long as I could. I hope you guys get a counselor for her situation or better transfer to another school, private school etc...
ReplyDeleteoh so sad that she's in that situation. no one should face bullies.
ReplyDeleteOh no! This is so sad. Can you call the police?
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