Bullying is a term that I am sure we are all familiar with. There may be some debate about what classifies as bullying, but there’s no denying that bullying in high school has become a serious problem. The first step to solving a problem is to know what the problem really is. So, what is bullying?

 The CDC divides bullying into four categories - physical, verbal, relational (attacking the reputation or relationships of the victim), and damage to property. These days, bullying in high school is not just limited to school, it can also carry on in texts or on social media. Around 1 in 4 U.S. students say they have been bullied at school, which adds up to hundreds of thousands of kids being a victim of bullying. As educators, you want school to be a safe space for your students, but how can you do that when some kids are facing the threat of bullies every day?

How to stop bullying in high school

There is no clear solution to putting an end to bullying in school, but that doesn’t mean that we should stop trying. Unfortunately, zero-tolerance policies have proven to not be the best solution. An important step to prevent bullying is to come at it from all fronts. This means that parents, teachers, and administrators all need to work together to set the standard. To add an extra line of defense, a school assembly may be just what you need to stop bullying in high school. Attaboy is a band that empowers kids to take a stand and change the dynamics of bullying in high school. Attaboy Assemblies brings great music with a powerful message for your students. Reach out to Attaboy Assemblies today and take the next step towards creating a safer school for your students with a school assembly. Attaboy is proud to be a member of the Relevant Speakers Network!