Cyberbullying Awareness by Walt Szklarski

The nature of cyber bullying makes it difficult for the victim to do anything about it. The information becomes so widespread so quickly that it cannot be contained. Also, kids do not "rat out" their buddies who are participating in the spread of this information.

2019-04-03 13:29:42 UTC

I would ask them to see the evidence of the bullying on their device. Since I am not a genius with technology I would solicit the help of someone who was. As far as supporting the student, I would proceed to determine the damage that was inflicted and try to figure out ways to help the student cope with what happened. I would also involved parents if it was indicated.

2019-04-03 13:31:19 UTC

A person being bullied does not necessary know when it's coming, where it's coming from, or from whom. They cannot stop the message or pictures from being spread.

2019-04-09 15:40:20 UTC

I would ask them to share the situation with me and give me the back story. I would then refer them to our admin team who could handle the situation from there.

2019-04-09 15:42:34 UTC

Because of the nature of cyberbullying, it is shared and spread so quickly there is no way for the target to stop it.

2019-04-16 01:35:34 UTC

I would sit with them and talk to figure out if it meets the criteria of cyberbullying, if it does, I would help them figure out how to block or report it. I would involve the school counselor or administrator, who would then contact parents etc. Also, I would tell them to preserve the evidence.

2019-04-16 01:36:08 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying often are unable to respond and may even be unaware it is happening. Images and memes can easily be shared without the victim's consent repeatedly.

2019-04-20 23:45:20 UTC

I would listen to them and make them feel heard. I'd ask to see evidence of the cyberbullying and would ask them to send any screenshots to me so I could share them with an administrator. I'd want to know if it happened at school or not, as this would determine any school-based consequences. I'd ask questions to know how this was impacting their school functioning as well.

2019-04-20 23:47:42 UTC

When messages are sent electronically, they can become anonymous and immortalized. Copies can travel in ways that the victim cannot diminish.

2019-05-22 20:17:25 UTC

I would

2019-05-22 20:18:24 UTC

I would make them feel heard and would not diminish their feelings. I would congratulate them for speaking up about it. I would affirm that while they are not alone, no one who finds themselves in this situation is deserving of it. I would refer them to their counselor and document their report with administration.

2019-05-22 20:18:25 UTC

With the speed that digital communications spread, students don't have a chance to defend themselves or tell their side of the story.

2019-05-24 20:14:55 UTC

I would make sure the student screenshots everything possible so they have evidence. Next step would be sitting down with the student and administrator so the student feels heard, and we can sit down with the bully to mediate.

2019-05-24 20:15:36 UTC

2019-05-24 23:39:14 UTC

Mainly due to the fact the cyber communication is done quickly and is wide spread.

I would make sure that they understood that this is not okay and not their fault. I would listen, document evidence, and report it. I would tell the student that I am reporting it and to block the cyberbully to prevent further harassment.

2019-05-28 22:57:17 UTC

Cyberbullying can happen so quickly that a student may not even know that something was posted about them until hours later. This leaves them little time to defend themselves.

2019-05-28 23:00:16 UTC

Unfair Match

2019-05-30 01:12:36 UTC

Typically when victims cannot defend themselves it is because there is a larger group that creates an unfair match for the student.

Advice

2019-05-30 01:13:56 UTC

I would advise the student to stay away from others and sites that may promote unsafe social media behavior. I would advise the student to speak to their parents about what is going on and to document what is happening to them.

Advice

2019-05-30 22:12:48 UTC

I would advise the student to talk with their caring adult at home and save and document whatever cyberbullying is taking place. After saving the evidence, I would advise them to report the person who is bullying them to the social media outlet and block them.

It's hard to defend against a keyboard...anyone can make up anything about you or anyone else and you have no way to prove it wrong.

2019-06-05 22:01:59 UTC

Delete that friend!! talk to a caring adult, and just try and give them the skills to not let this passive bullying get to them.

2019-06-05 22:02:28 UTC

Technology is so easy to quickly spread harmful comments, etc. that you cannot remove it or defend yourself.

2019-06-07 00:38:38 UTC

I would listen to this student where other students could not hear and document what they say. I would recommend that they talk to their parents or guardian also and even our school counselor. I would talk to our school counselor and report my notes concerning this student.

2019-06-07 00:41:19 UTC

I would start by thanking the student for being brave and responsible for reporting the incident. I would talk through the process of how we would handle the situation and ask what other support they may need.

2019-06-07 15:18:45 UTC

There are too many comments and it is mentally overwhelming. Emotionally they are wounded.

2019-06-08 17:58:01 UTC

Thank you for trusting me. I want to help you navigate this. It is not okay for anyone to make you feel unsafe.

2019-06-08 17:59:29 UTC

2019-06-09 22:53:28 UTC

Thank you for trusting me with this and I am so sorry this is happening to you. Let me help you get support for this situation.

2019-06-09 22:54:28 UTC

Information is spread quickly to many people and is emotionally harmful to the target.

Often posts are done anonymously or with fake accounts making it so the person cannot defend themselves

2019-06-11 00:35:08 UTC

I am so sorry to hear that and so proud that you have come to me today. Please explain to me from the beginning what has been going on.

2019-06-11 00:36:31 UTC

asweitzer — 2019-06-11 01:26:39 UTC

When a post is anonymous a person cannot defend themselves. Or a post can be shared multiple times- making the student feel they are being defeated over and over again.

asweitzer — 2019-06-11 01:27:47 UTC

I am so sorry you feel you have been cyberbullied. Can you explain how it all began? If you don't feel comfortable talking about it, would you be okay with writing it down?

Because posts can be anonymous, victims can't defend themselves as easily. Also, posts can be shared so quickly and easily, and then things get out of hand.

2019-06-11 02:49:17 UTC

"I am glad you told me. This is not your fault, and we will take care of this together." I would guide the student through reporting it on the social media platform, as well as talking to their parents/guardians and to the proper school officials.

2019-06-11 02:50:38 UTC

2019-06-12 05:08:44 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying may not know who the perpetrator is, and therefore cannot defend themselves. Posts may be circulated quickly, so victims have no way of stopping or controlling the damage that might be caused.

2019-06-12 05:11:56 UTC

I would thank the student for telling me-- letting them know that this was the right thing to do. I'd ask questions to try to understand the problem. Together, we would connect with parents and school staff who can help with reporting the situation to the appropriate social media administrator, investigation, and disciplinary action.

Caring

2019-06-13 02:30:24 UTC

I think the best thing to do is be empathetic to their situation...being a teen is hard enough so having pressure on you whenever you open an app can be very harmful. After this I would report to admin and support the student.

Popularity

2019-06-13 02:31:54 UTC

Technology you can hide behind. It becomes easy to be desensitized because you are not facing a human face-to-face. They cannot reverse someone else's post online leaving it open for others to see. this can validate the bullies efforts.

Not knowing

2019-06-13 06:08:59 UTC

Often times victims will not even be aware of what is happening because it doesn't have to be happening directly to them. It could be others spreading rumors or lies about them and the victims wouldn't be able to do anything.

Support

2019-06-13 06:13:01 UTC

I would encourage them to talk to somebody they trust. I would also let them know that they are doing the right thing to report it so we can deal with it before it gets out of hand.

Tough

2019-06-14 00:04:57 UTC

The venue of social media lends itself to simply being unable to respond as quickly as the harm being done. The viral nature of social media means contacts outside of the victims realm may be involved.

Trus

2019-06-14 00:06:15 UTC

Trust

2019-06-14 00:06:16 UTC

I would help guide the person to someone whom the victim would trust.

Not Acceptable

2019-06-15 02:01:13 UTC

I would first start by telling the student how proud I am of them for telling a trusted adult about what was going on and how hard it is to talk about these things. I would ask if whatever was said is accessible somewhere to get a copy of and have them print or screenshot what was said to have evidence to further discuss this. Next, I would emphasize that what is happening is not acceptable behavior and needs to be addressed and ended. I would offer to go with the student to administration with the evidence or just as a supporter to share what is going on and to help with next steps.

Invisible

2019-06-15 02:06:06 UTC

I don't know if this is what you meant, but the way I interpret this is that, by using social media or any type of technology to bully someone, the victim cannot fairly defend themselves because whatever is said cannot ultimately be invisible to the victim. Technology works so fast now that a comment of any format can be seen by so many eyes and taken away in a matter of minutes. The victim may never actually see it, but others do and then it becomes "hear say".

2019-06-15 20:07:20 UTC

Posts can be placed anonymously and spread quickly. Victims may not even be aware where the post came from, and can be unable to stop it from spreading.

2019-06-15 20:10:55 UTC

I would listen and talk to the student to find out what is going on. Then I would document and report.

Posts are

2019-06-16 01:33:16 UTC

Posts are anonymous which makes it hard for students to know who to trust or who their friends are.

2019-06-16 01:33:17 UTC

EMPATHY.

2019-06-16 01:34:04 UTC

Just seek to understand them! Let them be heard and try to come up with a solution together.

The bull

2019-06-16 01:59:17 UTC

The victim of cyberbullying cannot stop the sharing of info communicated digitally.

2019-06-16 01:59:18 UTC

Listen and validate how this has impacted them, see what actions they have already taken and if they haven't already reported, offer support with making the report to administration and guardians.

2019-06-16 02:01:37 UTC

Listen

2019-06-16 04:33:48 UTC

Listen without interrupting. Provide a safe place for them. I would ask for their permission to continue the conversation with the school counselor and Admin so we could begin next steps.

Can't defend

2019-06-16 04:35:21 UTC

The victim cannot control or stop the unkind words being spoke against them via posts.

cbishop24 — 2019-06-16 19:57:40 UTC

Victim can't escape the onslaught of messages the bully is sending

cbishop24 — 2019-06-16 19:58:44 UTC

I would express empathy, and and listen to their issues before taking any further steps.

There is usually a difference in power in cyberbullying, just like in face-to-face bullying. Cyberbullying typically includes multiple people sharing and spreading information about another individual behind their back.

2019-06-17 04:02:10 UTC

I would thank them for speaking up and letting me know and acknowledge their courage. As the counselor, I would start the reporting process to get them help the same way I would support a student bullied face-to-face.

2019-06-17 04:04:12 UTC

Once the image or posted comment is viral there really is no way to stop the spread of the harmful image/text. Most times the picture or comment is posted without consent of the person in the picture. This is incredibly damaging to the victim. No matter how much they try to combat the original attack the damage is done.

2019-06-18 06:28:53 UTC

I would tell them that they are brave & did the right thing to tell an adult. I would listen to them, comfort them and then come up with an action plan from other staff/admin and parents as needed. I'd also continue to check in with them to make sure that this event was isolated and not a pattern.

2019-06-18 06:31:52 UTC

Oftentimes they don't know the perpetrator of their bullying so they don't know who to confront to stop.

2019-06-18 08:01:31 UTC

Congratulate her and tell her she did the right thing by telling you. Tell her she needs to report to administration at school or the authorities.

2019-06-18 08:03:20 UTC

Many times the victim is unaware of who the bullying is coming from due to the anonymity of the internet.

2019-06-18 20:08:07 UTC

I would let them know that they did the right thing. I would then report the cyberbullying to an admin. After it was reported, I would continue to check in and offer support to the student.

2019-06-18 20:09:29 UTC

2019-06-18 21:04:43 UTC

Often victims of bullying don't even know who bullying them due to the internet so they are unable to confront bullies. This is called unfair match.

2019-06-18 21:06:42 UTC

I would gather as much information from the student as possible so I could know as many details and names of people involved. I would document and gather evidence so that I could report the bullying. And finally support the student and follow up with them that the bullying had stopped.

We need to report it

2019-06-19 02:42:53 UTC

I knew about online sexual predators but did not realize there was financial predators. That was great information that I will be sharing with my teen.

2019-06-20 07:30:36 UTC

They feel like they have to go through this alone and are scared to go to anyone for help.

2019-06-27 22:18:01 UTC

Gather the amount of information they are comfortable sharing with me, make sure that they are currently safe, and take them down to the counseling center to make sure that they immediately meet with a counselor.

2019-06-27 22:19:37 UTC

Victims of cyber bullying feel attacked and like they cannot defend themselves. Often the bullying is done by more than one source and can be done anonymously.

2019-08-09 00:30:39 UTC

This refers to the fact that cyberbullying happens so quickly and can be spread extremely fast.

2019-08-09 00:32:21 UTC

Make sure the student is safe- Immediately contact school counselor.

2019-08-09 00:32:31 UTC

I'd let them know they made the right decision to come ask for help and then I'd report to administration immediately.

2019-08-09 00:33:07 UTC

I would have them write an incident report and then we would go see the school administration. I also would check in with them during and after the investigation to make sure they are okay

2019-09-15 23:36:21 UTC

They do not have a chance to protect themselves or face the person who is cyberbullying them.

2019-09-15 23:37:56 UTC

Because of the nature of technology, one can be bullied and not be able to stop it. There are so many mediums that can reach an individual through technology.

2019-09-19 20:27:48 UTC

2019-09-19 20:28:44 UTC

I would ask them to describe the situation and let them know they are supported and you are there for them. I would recommend they shown a trusted adult how they are being bullied and to remove themselves from various social media sources or however they are being bullied.

2019-11-27 01:30:38 UTC

Victims cannot fairly defend themselves because the information or the picture is already out there. You can take it down but someone can always just keep putting it up.

2019-11-27 01:34:23 UTC

I would ask them to explain to me what is going on. I would also involve parents so that they know what is happening. I would tell them to stay off social media until we can investigate and come up with a solution.

Cyberbullying creates an unfair match. Information is spread quickly and often anonymously.

2020-01-02 01:22:24 UTC

I would talk with the student about the situation and make sure I support them in reporting to administrators and parents. I would encourage the student to document and save digital evidence. I would continue to let the student know they are supported.

2020-01-02 01:26:20 UTC

Cyberbullying creates an unsafe environment for the student. They create an unfair match by being anonymous or having the rumor spread quickly.

2020-01-15 06:46:45 UTC

I would talk with the student and have them explain what is going on. I would report it to administrators and their parents. I would then recommend the student keeps documentation of the bullying to have a digital record of it. I would continue to check in and support that student.

2020-01-15 06:53:11 UTC

Information travels too quickly and it is difficult if not impossible to stop once it is started

2020-01-22 04:36:34 UTC

I would talk with the student confidently to get more information. I would report what I had learned to my administrator

2020-01-22 04:38:08 UTC

2020-01-26 20:52:12 UTC

Information is out and can be spread quickly.

2020-01-26 20:53:28 UTC

I would have the talk to our counselor.

They don't know who to address or sometimes where or who sent message

2020-01-27 05:15:11 UTC

I would have them talk to school admin and counselor.

2020-01-27 05:16:13 UTC

A victim cannot defend themselves if they are not aware of who is spreading or saying hurtful things.

2020-02-12 00:54:43 UTC

I would refer them to our school counselor to help them investigate it further.

2020-02-12 00:55:53 UTC

2020-04-08 18:10:59 UTC

They have no control over what is being posted or put out to others

2020-04-08 18:11:42 UTC

I would talk to them and write down everything they told me. I would then contact their parent/guardian. Then document what they have.

The anonymous nature of the online forum prevents the victim from knowing who/when/where things are being spoken about them.

2020-05-26 17:53:46 UTC

I would document it and refer then to the school counselor. After talking to the counselor myself, I would check to see if I should call home myself or if they wanted to with additional information.

2020-05-26 17:54:28 UTC

2020-06-12 01:32:05 UTC

I would advise them to talk to their parents, counselor, and report to the app as well, if applicable.

2020-06-12 01:33:58 UTC

Students don't know who is responsible necessarily. They cannot control what is being said or shared about them.

2020-06-13 18:59:18 UTC

Students aren't neccesarily aware of who is attacking them and what the content is. In addition, there may be so many people involved, that they may feel powerless.

2020-06-13 19:01:39 UTC

I would learn details and make sure the student feels supported and not at fault for the attack. Students need to know that they have someone who will listen to them when they feel powerless.

2021-06-02 20:57:58 UTC

Students do not always know who their attacker is and are unable to report them and get help. There can also be a ton of students involved in the bullying, making it hard to track down the original offender.

2021-06-02 20:59:02 UTC

I would ask them to explain more about why they feel they are being cyberbullied and ask if they have any screenshots or documentation of the bullying. I would report the incident to administrators if there is documentation to support the accusation. Then, my main goal would be to provide any support the student may need to feel safe both in and outside of school.

2021-06-03 03:48:53 UTC

First, I would talk to the student about the situation to hear what their story is. If the narrative sounded like cyberbullying, I would document the referral from the student and all online documentation as well. I would then refer them to building administration.

2021-06-03 03:51:42 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying are at an unfair match with those that bully due to an online profile's anonymity and vague ownership. The face of the attacker is hardly reliable.

advice

2021-06-13 03:21:41 UTC

I would want them to show me their device if possible, talk in detail about their experience, and involve parents.

2021-06-13 17:57:12 UTC

It is almost impossible for a person to stop the spread of information online. The victim also might not even know who their attacker is.

2021-06-13 17:59:03 UTC

I would first ask to see their evidence to make sure it really is cyberbullying. After that, I would notify the student's parents and the school administration and counselors.

With how quickly information is sent online, it is impossible for someone to address it. Once sent, information spreads faster than you can keep up with.

2021-06-16 00:15:49 UTC

I always thank students who report these things to me. After I ask clarifiying questions, I have them show me any evidence of the cyberbullying in order to support them in the reporting process.

2021-06-16 00:16:49 UTC

Students are really at a disadvantage and are so vulnerable. They may not know how to set things to maintain their safety and how to get out of trouble if they end up in a bad situation.

ayajko — 2021-06-17 03:24:55 UTC

I would thank them for coming to me and tell them it was the right thing to do. I would ask for specific details related to the situation. I would report this to our counseling and admin staff right away and tell the student I will follow up soon to make sure they are getting the support they need.

ayajko — 2021-06-17 03:26:38 UTC

2021-06-21 05:24:21 UTC

Often they do not know who the bully is or who started it. Therefore they cannot defend themselves because it is outside of their control and knowledge

2021-06-21 05:25:25 UTC

I would ask them to screenshot any proof they have and talk with them about what happened. I would reach out to both admin and counselors to make sure the student feels safe and supported.

2021-12-14 00:23:52 UTC

I would ask the student to share with me about why they feel that they are being cyberbullied. Additionally, I would ask if they have any documentation of the bullying. I would involve parents and report the situation to administrators.

2021-12-14 00:27:20 UTC

Victims don't have any control over what is posted on the internet.

Internet is available all the time, and cyberbullying can still happen despite parental blocks, restrictions, and monitoring. Victims cannot defend themselves of cyberbullying for many of those reasons!

2022-04-01 16:53:38 UTC

I would first thank the student for sharing their concerns, and let them know they can talk to me about anything. I'd ask what makes them feel they are being cyberbulllied. I would ask them what documentation they have, and then share with other important adults (family, admin) who can help. I would follow up with the student and continue to provide support.

2022-04-01 16:56:29 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves because they are at an unfair advantage. An example may be a picture that is posted and other students tag or share the photo causing the student to feel ashamed, etc.

2022-04-16 22:42:07 UTC

I would first listen to the student. Next, I would ask to preserve the evidence. Finally, I would report this to the parents/guardians and my admin for further discussion and help.

2022-04-16 22:43:41 UTC

I would get more information from the student, and report it to both administration and their parents. I would then work with the student to make sure they are feeling safe and comfortable at school

2022-05-23 20:23:22 UTC

A reason why victims often can not fairly defend themselves because it is so public, and they might not always be able to identify who it is from.

2022-05-23 20:26:32 UTC

Does WRSD digital citizenship agreement include student speech and online behavior outside of school on non-school devices? No school or classroom is immune to this problem.

2022-05-25 16:00:22 UTC

2022-05-30 14:48:28 UTC

They often cannot defend themselves because the comments are coming from unknown sources.

2022-05-30 14:49:25 UTC

I would listen, gather information, and report

It is too easy to be anonymous and the victim can't face their bully.

2022-05-31 22:43:06 UTC

Once something is published and seen by others, it can not be unseen. Even if the post or text is deleted, there's no way to erase it. And, it can spread so quickly to so many others. There's no way to defend yourself against that.

2022-06-03 01:06:57 UTC

First, I would make sure we were talking somewhere private. I'd ask if any other adults were aware of what happened and ask for details. I'd encourage the student to take screenshots of anything they still have. I'd document what I heard and report it. Then, I'd support the student as needed with reporting it themselves, making them feel safe at school, helping them find someone to talk to, etc.

2022-06-03 01:09:05 UTC

Even if something is deleted, you never know who saw it or shared it.

2022-06-13 21:57:43 UTC

I would listen to the student and then I would contact their counselor and report to administrators along with families.

2022-06-13 21:59:29 UTC

Cyberbullying is often anonymous, and mean messages can be spread very quickly, leaving the target unable to defend themselves in the same way as they may be able to face to face.

2022-06-14 02:02:57 UTC

I would listen, support, and document the cyberbullying. I would report to my administrator as well.

2022-06-14 02:04:08 UTC

Unfair Match

2022-06-14 02:34:03 UTC

Cyberbullying is an unfair match as the victim is unable to fairly defend themselves.

2022-06-14 02:35:35 UTC

Listen, ask questions, document, report, support

Unfair match

2022-06-14 06:05:49 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves because the ease of anonymity online makes it hard for victims to know who is bullying them.

Advice

2022-06-14 06:09:48 UTC

First, I would listen to the student and hear what they are experiencing, then, I would offer them support and report it by reaching out to their school counselor. After this, I would follow up with the student and assure they are receiving the support they need.

A reason why victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves are because it is an unfair match. Distribution electronically or other content is not easily traceable.

2022-06-15 03:14:43 UTC

I would first hear out what the students situation is, and try to offer them as much support as possible. I would then be sure to promptly report it and document it and follow up with the student after.

2022-06-15 03:16:28 UTC

2022-06-15 03:20:27 UTC

There is no way for the target / victim to stop the messaging or control it in any way when it is online.

2022-06-15 03:20:52 UTC

Ask for more information, document it, and report it.

Victims of cyberbullying may not even know where or with whom the bullying began, so it can be impossible to stop.

2022-06-15 07:21:52 UTC

I would ask them to tell me what is happening, show evidence of the bullying and help them contact the right administrators to get disciplinary actions started if there is evidence of cyberbullying.

2022-06-15 07:23:25 UTC

I'd like to know more about SEL is connected to a School-wide Prevention Program.

2022-06-15 22:53:58 UTC

I'd like to know a little bit more about school district staff and the specific role they play when cyberbullying happens on non-school hours, and off campus.

2022-06-15 22:55:04 UTC

There is no way to stop this from happening to someone- therefor it leaves them to be victim of whatever is being said to them to read if they are using an accessible platform.. The victim isn't in control or asking for any of it to happen or for it to be said.

2022-06-16 05:47:43 UTC

I would say,

2022-06-16 05:49:07 UTC

"tell me more about this..." Learn what is going on and seek to find out what is being said, how often it has happened, who is involved and find out if any other adult knows. Then I would guide the kiddo in taking the next appropriate steps.

Q1

2023-03-29 03:42:27 UTC

This is because it is done through a screen. Everything spreads quickly when done so on the internet, making it impossible for someone to adequately defend themselves.

Q2

2023-03-29 03:43:23 UTC

I would first thank them for coming to tell me. I would then find out more about the situation, speaking to the students involved and making a plan to get the cyberbullying to stop.

Question 1

2023-04-09 02:06:39 UTC

When we say victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves, that means an unfair match exists where victims cannot defend themselves from messages or content that is distributed about them electronically.

Question 2

2023-04-09 02:10:11 UTC

Offer support and reassurance! Consider involving parents, school counselor, principal, or other teachers to offer further support for the student if needed. From there, develop a plan that might include investigation and reporting of the situation and prevention of future situations.

2023-05-27 23:37:46 UTC

There is no way for the victim to stop the spread of the message or defend themself against it.

I'd ask for more information to determine if this is something that is within my scope of control.

2023-05-27 23:40:05 UTC

2023-05-31 18:43:06 UTC

I feel that this means that cyberbullying often happens behind closed doors, and the victim is not able to defend themselves in the moment. Sometimes they may not even know who the bully is! This makes things tricky.

2023-05-31 18:43:44 UTC

I would ensure that I had all of the necessary information from them and then I would find a solution (report), while supporting the student who is a victim.

I am worried about protecting my own children from Cyberbullying. I feel that in bullying at school, there is also a power dynamic of students not being able to defend themselves, however that dynamic is inherent online.

2023-06-01 03:36:13 UTC

For a student that is being cyberbullied: Probably listen and then lecture on how social media is ruining the world. :) J/K. Listen, and then ask if I could refer to admin.

2023-06-01 03:37:38 UTC

There is no way the victims can defend themselves from Cyberbullying because they cannot undue what the cyberbullies have done.

2023-06-05 03:00:38 UTC

Don't delete any of the cyberbully's texts messages or comments. Save everthing that they have done and we will bring your computer to our IT professionals to analyze with the help of our administration.

2023-06-05 03:02:25 UTC

Online messaging is instantaneous and widespread. It is impossible for the victim to keep up with the spread of online messaging or have any real way of knowing where it originated.

2023-06-11 06:46:19 UTC

I typically allow these students to bring their phones to my office so we can look at screenshots or any hurtful snapchat or tik tok posts they are refering to. I typically check in with the victim frequently as well as notify our admin and make a behavior change plan with the perpetrator.

2023-06-11 06:47:34 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying can often not respond to insults or allegations, due the anonymity that apps can provide to those that make comments.

2023-06-11 15:46:52 UTC

I would tell them to bring thier phone or device to an administrator so they can see the bullying first hand, and help provide evidence through screen shots, saving , videos, etc.

2023-06-11 15:48:02 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves because people who cyberbully have a level of anonymity. The victim sometimes cannot identify the bully, and with how quickly things spread online, the victim often cannot stop the spread of information, rumors, and so on.

2023-06-12 00:57:00 UTC

If a student came to me saying they were being cyberbullied, I would encourage them to talk about how they're feeling, thank them for telling me, as well as encourage them to report the incidents to administration, which I could help them with as well. I would talk to them about confiding in adults they trust and encourage them to document the cyberbullying with screenshots if possible. I would also check in on them periodically for the next few weeks to make sure they were coping with the incident.

2023-06-12 14:13:01 UTC

2024-01-17 20:11:53 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves because they could be outnumbered online. They also could lack the confidence after being cyberbullied to fight back.

2024-01-17 20:13:26 UTC

If a student came to me and told me they were being cyberbullied, I would encourage them to come with me to tell counselors and administration immediately.

The online world allows people to say things anonymously. You cannot defend yourself against something you cannot see.

2024-02-21 19:51:22 UTC

2024-02-21 23:20:49 UTC

People are able to comment anonymously or with burner accounts so people can't particularly defend themselves against someone they don't even know.

2024-02-21 23:22:32 UTC

I would have the student go to school administration to report the cyberbullying and I would ask if there was anything I could look out for so I could do so in the real world as well.

Social media is not a fair playing field for anyone. It can be one sided and devistating.

2024-04-03 18:00:37 UTC

I would listen and remind them that talking about it is very brave. I would then follow the correct steps to make sure this student gets the support that is needed.

2024-04-03 18:02:04 UTC

People have an unfair match when it comes to cyberbullying. They cannot defend themselves online due to the broad audience the internet reaches.

2024-04-03 18:36:49 UTC

I would listen to them, support them, report it, document it, and later follow up with the student.

2024-04-03 18:37:31 UTC

I would support and listen first. Then document and report.

2024-04-09 15:26:44 UTC

There is no way for someone who is being cyberbullied to stop the op, or others from joining in. They also have no control over how quickly or far rumors will spread.

2024-05-14 14:01:29 UTC

Listen to what they are saying, document what I was told, and then report to the office. Generally I also encourage them to go to counselors without waiting to be called.

2024-05-14 14:02:38 UTC

I would listen to them, report it to the office. Give the student advice on how to tell parents and be assertive. I would report it to the office

2024-05-28 03:21:53 UTC

People who are bullied online have an unfair match. They often don't know they're being talked about and cannot defend themselves

2024-05-28 03:22:44 UTC

2024-06-10 02:40:12 UTC

online bullying is particularly difficult because you never know who you are really talking to. You could be attempting to defend yourself against an entire group of people.

2024-06-10 02:41:35 UTC

I would gather as much information as possible. Then I would recommend that they speak with their parents/guardians. I would offer to help the student communicate with their parents/guardians if needed. I would also loop in the school counselor.

2024-06-11 04:52:21 UTC

Victims of cyberbullying cannot fairly defend themselves due to the ease and speed at which information, or disinformation, is shared.

2024-06-11 04:54:30 UTC

Document information related to the situation, including: timelines, screen shots/pictures, etc. Report the situation. Support the student.

I would first validate what they are saying, then encourage them to take screenshots, document everything. Then go to the administration to report it.

2025-02-10 00:34:17 UTC

2025-02-21 01:18:13 UTC

Victims cannot defend themselves as there is no way to know how many people are involved and how quickly messages spread which makes it difficult to deal with.

2025-02-21 01:19:47 UTC

I would encourage them that we will work through this. I would encourage them to screenshot what is happening, share with their parents and have administrators get involved. I would let them know we are here to help and support and do all we can to fix the problem.

Cyberbullying

2025-03-14 00:46:59 UTC

Students can spread information very quickly about anything they have seen or heard about another student. This creates an unfair advantage for a student that has no recourse to what is spread online.

Cyberbullying

2025-03-14 00:48:48 UTC

It is incredibly harmful to student and students often suffer mental and physical harm. People who engage in cyberbullying don't often see the consequences of their actions

Cyberbullying

2025-05-10 23:42:44 UTC

Students are unable to defend themselves because at times, the person bullying is using an alias and there is more than one person involved. Messages are spread so quickly, therefore it is hard for the victim to put a stop to it.

2025-05-10 23:44:02 UTC

I would let them know that I am here for them and we will work together to put a stop to it. I would document everything the student tells and shows me and then I would report it to administration.

2025-05-21 17:44:09 UTC

Since the bullying is not happening face to face, the victim is not able to refuse the bullying.

2025-05-21 17:44:43 UTC

I would start by thanking the student for coming forward and reassuring them that we take allegations seriously then will contact admin.

Phone Ban

2025-06-07 04:12:06 UTC

Any conversation at the district level of banning cell phones? Seems like this would greatly reduce cyber bullying

Tough

2025-06-07 04:12:42 UTC

To get kids to break the stigma of reporting things that go on in the digital world.

Struggle

2025-06-11 15:15:02 UTC

Students who struggle with bullying can often become withdrawn and struggle to stand up for themselves.

Advive

2025-06-11 15:15:50 UTC

Thank you for talking to me. It is very brave to stand up and talk to someone about this. Lets go tell the counselor or admin.

2025-06-12 00:55:26 UTC

Students can not defend themselves because things can be spread so easily and quick- they may not want to go to school anymore, become withdrawn.

2025-06-12 00:57:24 UTC

Thank you for trusting me. I want to help you. I would like us to meet with the counselor to see how we can get through this.

2025-06-12 05:49:44 UTC

Students cannot defend themselves because they often do not know who is spreading the information and may feel to defeated to speak up.

2025-06-12 05:50:40 UTC

I would encourage them to speak up. I would also share resources for them to get help and be in their corner.

2025-06-12 23:35:17 UTC

It is unfair and hard for a kid to stand up for themselves when it's online because it's not face to face and they can't control what others post.

2025-06-12 23:36:02 UTC

I would encourage them to save all evidence they may have, report it to admin/counselors.

2025-06-13 05:10:05 UTC

I would listen and thank the student for sharing that with me. I would then gather as much information as possible and share that with the counselor and administration.

2025-06-13 05:12:57 UTC

People being cyberbullied often cannot defend themselves because the information spreads so quickly that there isn't time to respond or, at times, the victim may not know who the cyberbully(ies) is/are.

2025-06-13 11:24:33 UTC

I would encourage the student to share their story, provide resources such as counseling, and have them report it to admin.

2025-06-13 11:25:26 UTC

They cannot fairly defend themselves because information is permanent and spreads quickly to multiple sources.

2025-06-13 15:06:30 UTC

Cyberbullying can be really hard to identify the origin, making it so much more important to be vigilant.

2025-06-13 15:07:51 UTC

Please talk to an adult and really explain the entire situation. Cyberbullying is too important to try and keep a secret from your mom about an explicit picture. it happened. now its time to take legal action!

2025-06-13 21:16:05 UTC

More to teach kids about cyberbullying and how to handle it at the elementary level. Kids are accessing phones and social media younger and younger.

2025-06-13 21:16:58 UTC

It is such a challenge when students say it is happening at home versus at school.

2025-06-14 05:25:03 UTC

It may be that the student comes from a different culture.

2025-06-14 05:25:26 UTC

Lets set up a time to speak with the councilor.

Since the bullying happens behind a screen students don't have as many ways to defend themselves.

2025-08-05 20:08:09 UTC

I would listen to the student and then reach out to admin and counselors to determine next steps.

2025-08-05 20:08:50 UTC

2026-02-11 00:46:01 UTC

Students may not even know who the bullying is comin gfrom

2026-02-11 00:46:20 UTC

Support student, then talk to admin

2026-03-09 15:03:21 UTC

Because the harassment is online and usually anonymous, victims are unable to stand up or stop the person from bullying.

2026-03-09 15:04:14 UTC

I would tell the student to try to separate themselves from the platform they are using and an adult they can share with and get help from. It is best to not respond.

2026-04-26 05:15:36 UTC

The ability of people to post anonymously online creates an unfair match, meaning the victim doesn't have a chance to defend themselves or stand up to the bully

2026-04-26 05:16:37 UTC

I would encourage the student to share more of what is happening with a trusted adult and then encourage them to take a break from the app where the bullying takes place/refrain from responding to the bully until they have adult help

2026-05-14 22:49:58 UTC

The way people hide behind a screen to bully people is so awful!

2026-05-14 22:50:17 UTC

Schools need to by hyper-aware of this bullying!

2026-06-09 06:28:43 UTC

I would talk, document, support, and report.

2026-06-15 11:37:24 UTC

Given everything occurs online sometimes without a direct interaction of the bully to the bullied kid it can be difficult to handle a cyber bully

2026-06-15 11:41:50 UTC

Make sure its documented and reported. Then the student can be given the appropriate help

When people can post things on line anonymously, victims cannot fairly defend themselves because the bullying can come at any the time, across multi medias, and because they do not know who is doing it.

2026-06-15 22:07:51 UTC

2026-06-15 22:12:11 UTC

I would let them know I was glad they came to me and listen to the complaint. I would document the complaint, report it, and provide regular check ins with the student for support.