Project Prevent
The Project Prevent team is actively supporting bullying prevention efforts in K-5 schools by teaching students how to recognize, report, and refuse bullying, while also empowering them to use their bystander power to create safer, more inclusive environments.
Through engaging lessons and activities, we equip young learners with the tools to identify harmful behaviors, stand up for themselves and others, and foster a culture of kindness and respect. Together, we're building stronger, more resilient school communities.
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Is it rude, unkind, or bullying?
Not every hurtful moment is bullying. Here is how to tell the difference.
- Rude
- Saying or doing something that is accidentally hurtful, one time.
- Unkind
- Saying or doing something that is purposefully hurtful, one time.
- Conflict
- Both people have caused harm, and both people have been hurt.
- Bullying
- Repeatedly hurting someone on purpose — even after they ask you to stop or show that they are upset.
Still not sure? Ask yourself…
Think about what has been happening. The more your answers are tagged Bullying, the more likely it is that you are being bullied — and the more important it is to tell a trusted adult.
Did they hurt you?
This answer points to Rude
No — it was an accident, and it only happened once.
This answer points to Bullying
Yes — they are intentionally trying to hurt me.
How many times have they done this?
This answer points to Rude
Once or twice.
This answer points to Bullying
Three or more times.
Are they specifically targeting you?
This answer points to Unkind
No — they act like this with everybody.
This answer points to Bullying
Yes — they are singling me out.
Do they know it hurts you?
This answer points to Unkind
I laugh when it happens, so they think I am okay with it.
This answer points to Bullying
I have asked them to stop, or told them it hurts my feelings.
Have you done anything back to them?
This answer points to Bullying
No.
This answer points to Conflict
Yes.
¿Es grosero, poco amable o acoso?
No todo lo que duele es acoso escolar. Así puedes reconocer la diferencia.
- Grosero
- Cuando alguien dice o hace algo que lastima sin querer y lo hace solo una vez.
- Poco amable
- Cuando alguien dice o hace algo que lastima intencionadamente y lo hace una vez.
- Conflicto
- Cuando las dos personas involucradas han hecho daño y ambas han salido lastimadas.
- Acoso escolar
- Cuando alguien te hiere una y otra vez intencionadamente — incluso después de que le pides que pare o muestras que te sientes mal.
¿Aún tienes dudas? Pregúntate…
Piensa en lo que ha estado pasando. Cuantas más de tus respuestas queden marcadas como Acoso escolar, más probable es que estés sufriendo acoso — y más importante es contárselo a un adulto de confianza.
¿Te lastimaron?
Esta respuesta indica: Grosero
No, fue un accidente y solo pasó una vez.
Esta respuesta indica: Acoso escolar
Sí, están tratando de lastimarme intencionalmente.
¿Cuántas veces han hecho esto?
Esta respuesta indica: Grosero
Una o dos veces.
Esta respuesta indica: Acoso escolar
Tres o más veces.
¿Te están enfocando específicamente a ti?
Esta respuesta indica: Poco amable
No, son así con todos.
Esta respuesta indica: Acoso escolar
Sí, me están señalando a mí.
¿Saben que te lastima?
Esta respuesta indica: Poco amable
Me río cuando sucede, así que piensan que está bien conmigo.
Esta respuesta indica: Acoso escolar
Les he pedido que paren, o les he dicho que me lastiman mis sentimientos.
¿Has hecho algo en respuesta a ellos?
Esta respuesta indica: Acoso escolar
No.
Esta respuesta indica: Conflicto
Sí.
FAQ: Harrassment, Intimidation, & Bullying
Harassment, intimidation and bullying is any intentional act that:
- Harms another student physically, emotionally or socially.
- Creates fear of harm to a student or their property.
- Interferes with a student's education or well-being.
- Targets characteristics such as race, gender, disability, or other personal traits.
Examples of harassment, intimidation and bullying include:
- Verbal abuse: Name-calling, teasing, or threats.
- Physical aggression: Hitting, shoving, or damaging belongings.
- Social exclusion: Spreading rumors or intentionally leaving someone out.
- Cyberbullying: Using social media, texting, or other digital platforms to hurt others.
- How can I tell if my child is being bullied?
- How should I talk with my child if I think there is a problem?
- What should I do if my child reports bullying?
- How can I help prevent bullying?
- What if my child is accused of being a bully?
