Oakland Mediation Center presents 'Bullying Prevention 101'

No child should be afraid to go to school. Bullying, which creates an atmosphere of fear and intimidation, is a widespread problem in schools. In fact, one out of every five students in the average classroom experiences bullying on a regular basis. Studies indicate that 23 percent of students in grades 4-6 have been bullied more than once. In grades 6-10, 17 percent of students have been bullied more than once, with 8 percent being bullied as often as once a week. The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program notes that bullied students experience lasting negative effects including depression, low self-esteem, health problems, poor grades, and suicidal thoughts. Bullying also has a lasting negative impact for students who bully. In one study, 60 percent of boys identified as "bullies" in middle school had at least 1 criminal conviction by the age of 24. 35 percent had 3 or more convictions. "Bullies" were three to four times more likely than non-bullying peers to have multiple convictions by age 25. The National Center for Bullying Prevention has designated October 2010 as Bullying Prevention Month. In recognition of this event, Oakland Mediation Center will host a presentation entitled "Bullying Prevention 101" for school faculty and staff. This brief, informative session will introduce bullying prevention and intervention strategies designed to improve school climate and increase student safety. Participants in this interactive presentation will uncover myths and truths about bullying behavior, and will develop an understanding of how bullying impacts students and school climate. The presentation will cover best practices in bullying prevention and intervention, empowering faculty and staff to make informed decisions about school initiatives. The program will close with an overview of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program. Oakland Mediation Center's "Bullying Prevention 101" will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 9 to 10 a.m. There is no cost to attend the session. The program will be held at Oakland Mediation Center, 550 Hulet Drive, Suite 102, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Light refreshments will be provided. "OMC's mission is to help the community peacefully resolve conflict through mediation and education," said Bonnie Hanes, OMC Executive Director. "We believe the greatest impact OMC can have on our community is by preparing our youth for the future." To learn more about this program or to register, contact Kenzi Bisbing, Youth Services manager, at (248) 338-4280, Ext. 216, or kbisbing@mediation-omc.org. Published: Mon, Oct 18, 2010

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