Bullying/Cyberbullying Prevention
Cyberbullying Prevention Video
Verbal Bullying Prevention Video
Bullying & Cyberbullying Prevention
OUSD BP 5145.3 Nondiscrimination/Harassment
The Oceanside Unified School District believes that all students have the right to be educated in a positive learning environment free from disruptions. “No student shall be subject to harassment, intimidation, bullying, or cyberbullying while on school grounds, going to or from school, using school transportation, (or) at any school sponsored activity.”
Victims
It can be very upsetting to find out your child has been a victim of bullying. Parents can help their student these ways:
- Listen carefully to your student’s complaint of the bullying event
- Assist or have your student write down the details of the incident – including identifying the offenders, if possible
- Make an appointment to meet with a teacher, counselor or school administrator to report the incident
- Work with your school staff and your student to find solutions to manage and resolve bullying situations
Helping Your Student
- Encourage your student to make friends.Join a club, try out for a team, band, choir, drama, etc.Being part of a team with a group of friends can help build your student’s confidence and self-esteem and may make it more difficult to be singled out for bullying.
- Avoid being alone in areas where bullying has taken place.Students may find open classrooms or visit libraries during lunch and other times, where they may be near an adult.
- Help your child cope with difficulties by listening to their concerns, asking them to suggest ideas that might help, and talking about their positive strengths and qualities, so that they can be part of the solution to help deal with difficult situations.
Resources
- Parent websites may offer opportunities for parents to share ideas. Check out Sunshine & Hurricanes.
- Check out the District Web page, Oceanside Unified School District, “OUR SCHOOLS”. Each site has a Safe School Plan with information and policies.
- The Student/Parent handbook, which is printed in both English and Spanish, has a section on Student Conduct. Copies are available at site offices or the ESS (Educational Support Services).
- On the District home page, “YOUR BOARD” has adopted Board Policies and Regulations.
- The California Department of Education website has a section on “Bullying & Hate-Motivated Behavior Prevention – School Environment”, “Frequently Asked Questions” and other related articles.
- Additional questions may be directed to:
Dr. Jordy Sparks, Director of Student Services
ESS-Educational Support Services
2080 Mission Avenue
Oceanside, Ca 92058
(760) 966-7826
Intimidación/Acoso cibernético
5 Ways to Stop Cyberbullies
What is Cyberbullying?
According to commonsensemedia.org, "Cyberbullying is the use of digital-communication tools (such as the Internet and cell phones) to make another person feel angry, sad, or scared, usually again and again. Examples of cyberbullying include sending hurtful texts or instant messages, posting embarrassing photos or video on social media, and spreading mean rumors online or with cell phones.
If you're trying to figure out whether your kid is being cyberbullied, think about whether the offender is being hurtful intentionally and repeatedly. If the answer is no, the offender might simply need to learn better online behavior. If the answer is yes, take it seriously."