Bullying & Cyberbullying
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About Bullying & Cyberbullying
Bullying happens when someone repeatedly uses aggressive behavior, intimidation, or power to hurt, embarrass, exclude, or control another person. Bullying can take many forms, including but not limited to:
- Physical - hitting, pushing, or damaging someone’s belongings
- Verbal - name-calling, teasing, threats, or insults
- Relational or social - spreading rumors, intentionally leaving someone out, or encouraging others to reject someone
When bullying happens through phones, computers, social media, gaming platforms, texts, or other online spaces, it is called cyberbullying. Cyberbullying can happen at any time, spread quickly, and feel difficult to escape.
Bullying and cyberbullying can affect a person’s confidence, emotional well-being, sense of safety, and ability to focus in school.
Resources & Support
Everyone has the right to learn in an environment that is safe and free from bullying, harassment, or intimidation. MCSS supports the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) in efforts to make this a reality.
The following resources are intended to supplement information in support of a comprehensive approach to school safety.
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) - Bullying Prevention
The Student Services and Alternative Programs Branch staff provide leadership and technical assistance to local school systems to promote a safe environment conducive to learning and free from bullying and harassment.
Maryland State Department of Education - Bullying Prevention
Bullying Prevention Resources from the Committee for Children
Dedicated to promoting the safety, well-being, and success of children in school and in life, this resource is meant to empower kids and the adults around them with information and resources to help them understand what bullying is, who is affected by it, and what you and your community can do to prevent it.
Bullying Prevention Resources from the Committee for Children
StopBullying.gov
Managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this website provides information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying.
Cyberbullying Research Center
The Cyberbullying Research Center has information and presentations broken out into many school safety categories, including cyberbullying, social media usage, and more.