The problem with bullying laws

Why new laws to deal with bullying may not be the answer. The state of Florida just enacted a new cyber bullying law. It gives Florida schools the authority to …

Don’t use the word bully

When dealing with bullying, the language we use to describe the behavior matters. If you’ve read my book you know that I advocate that we abandon the word “bully.” The …

Getting the Response to Bullying Right

What teachers and administrators need to know so their response to reports of bullying will actually help stop bullying instead of making it worse.  Teachers are on the front lines.  …