This innovative program dramatizes a single bullying event as seen through the eyes of the target and bystanders. While focusing on the anger that targets of bullying experience, this program addresses the guilt, humiliation and fear that underlie their anger and are an integral part of the bullying cycle. A guidance counselor helps kids involved in the bullying event express and handle their anger and other feelings, and develop alternative behaviors to stop destructive behavior.
Jesse is bullied persistently by Eddy. These events are witnessed by Jesse's friends Chelsea and Marcus. These students learn key skills and strategies in order to:
Acknowledge Their Anger: Jesse realizes that along with feeling scared, embarrassed and depressed, he is angry at Eddy. Marcus discovers that while he feels guilty for not standing up for Jesse, he is also angry at Jesse for "being such a wimp." Chelsea is angry at those who join in the bullying and angry at herself for not saying anything to stop it.
Work Through Anger: This section shows kids the practical things they can do to handle their angry feelings. Everything from playing a musical instrument, positive self-talk, writing down their feelings, talking it out, to the physical release sports can offer are explored.
Deal With Bullying: Students learn that not reacting, using humor, and being assertive are effective ways to stop a bully. They also discover that sticking together can really make a difference. Students are shown starting an anti-bullying campaign. Using posters, handbooks and a "bullying reporting box" where students can anonymously report incidents of bullying, students can take back control from bullies.
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