Standing Up Against Bullying Together

Building a Safe and Respectful School Community Year 9 Health Education New Zealand Curriculum

What is Bullying?

Think about what you already know about bullying Share your ideas with the class Let's build our understanding together

Types of Bullying

Physical Bullying: Hitting, pushing, damaging property Verbal Bullying: Name-calling, threats, hurtful comments Social Bullying: Exclusion, spreading rumors, public embarrassment Cyberbullying: Online harassment, mean messages, sharing private information

The Impact of Bullying

Bullying Stoplight Strategy

RED: Stop and think - Is this bullying? YELLOW: Consider your options safely GREEN: Take positive action - Tell a trusted adult, support the victim, use assertive communication

Safe Response Strategies

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Creating Our School Community

Manaakitanga (caring and respect) and Whanaungatanga (relationships) guide us in creating a safe, supportive environment where everyone belongs

My Commitment to Action

Reflect: What is one important thing you learned about bullying today? Commit: What is one action you will take to help prevent bullying in our school? Share: Volunteers can share their commitments with the class