In a time when 1 in 5 students face bullying, it is more important than ever to equip young people with the skills to stand up against these injustices. Traditional approaches like “tell a teacher” have been helpful, but they are not sufficient to address the complex dynamics of bullying today. Students need practical skills … Read more
Key points: Mean girls: These two words perfectly described my fourth period speech class. Class culture I had worked so hard to create was crushed overnight with the addition of three female transfer students. They were seniors among a class of sophomores. The ‘new girl seniors’ easily took power over the sophomores and began their … Read more
Credit: Pexels Bullying against Asian American and Pacific Islander youth in California remains a significant issue, affecting nearly 1 in 5 ninth and 11th graders, slightly higher than the statewide average for all students. However, a crucial aspect of the problem is being overlooked by grouping all Asian American students together. By failing to differentiate … Read more