October was National Bullying Prevention Month. The purpose of National Bullying Prevention Month is to educate and raise awareness bullying, whether in-person or online. In honor of this awareness month, the Prevention team from The Guidance Center facilitated anti-bullying presentations for various downriver elementary schools. Each presentation discussed what students can do if they witness or have experienced bullying, such as reporting to a trusted adult or standing up for themselves/others in a nonviolent and appropriate manner. The presentations also discussed the importance of being an active bystander if you witness bullying, whether in person or online.
In addition, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, proclaimed October 12, 2022, as Bullying Prevention Day in Michigan. October 19th is also National Bullying Prevention Month’s signature event called, Unity Day. These awareness events emphasize the importance of inclusion, kindness, and acceptance in our community. In regard to this, some schools hosted Spirit Days and wore pink on October 12th in recognition of Bullying Prevention Day and wore orange on Unity Day.
Even though National Bullying Prevention Month has passed, it is important to raise awareness about bullying on an ongoing basis.
