How our program works in schools. The reason behind using athletes for our initial recruitment is because of their influence among their peers. Usually bullying situations will go unnoticed by school staff and administration because a typical bully will not act in their presence. When a situation is witnessed by a staff member, the following usually happens. The Target is moved to a different location in the class room or placed on a different bus etc. By doing that, the target feels singled out which just adds to their problems because feeling different is the root of their depression. The next step is to punish the bully. This is a reaction to an action that will only cause a more serious reaction as in further and usually more severe bullying. Schools are limited in how they are able to handle the situation in a productive manner. Here’s where we come in. By forming an active group or jump starting a current group with constant recruitment will form an upside down pyramid that will create a friendlier atmosphere for the Target by giving them a new purpose and group of friends that will add confidence. It will create an option and education for the Bully to understand the emotional damage his or her actions can cause. And it will motivate the Bystanders to be involved in a safe and proper manner. The end result. Bullying situations drop dramatically. GPA score averages will go up because typically the kids who are being bullied carry a higher GPA and one of the common signs of someone who is dealing with the daily torment of bullying is a disinterest in their studies resulting in a much lower GPA, so by providing a safer and better learning condition, schools will be more able to receive accreditations and state funding because of them. Everyone wins. AND IT’S FREE !! For the first meeting, we generally try to have a staff member select 6-10 of the most influential athletes in their school who are interested in becoming an active member of our program. We then educate them on the different types of bullying, how to recognize it How to prevent it, and how to defuse a situation. Then we have them select a committee or board (President, Secretary, Vice, Head of recruiting, etc.) that will help the staff member facilitate future meetings to discuss their progress and experiences within their group. They will be given a contract to take home and discuss it with their parents or guardian. Upon returning their signed contract, they are required to each recruit one other member in the first week. Each new member will go through the training and contract requirements including curriculum. A HERO will stay in contact and will be available for any questions or training as needed. Our program is proven and gets results. To find out more about A HERO, please visit our website beaheroagainstbullying.org or send an e-mail to [email protected].
Posted on: Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:10:20 +0000
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