What do parents really need to know about bullying? It's not necessarily what you think.  The following link is to an American article on the myths about bullying and some helpful advice for what to do if your child is being bullied.   

Go here to read the article.  

In 2009, School Council provided funding for the school to purchase an anti-bullying program. It is called "It's Your Choice". 

This program is geared toward the younger grades and helps them make choices regarding conflict resolution.  It is a great complement to TRIBES and the kids really seem to like "Kelso the frog".

For more information on this program, please check out: 

www.kelsoschoice.com

www.prevnet.ca - a coalition of Canadians concerned about bullying.

how to deal with cyberbullies (griefers) - a microsoft site

P.A.R.E.N.T.I.N.G. - Peel Public Health provides strategies for building self-esteem in children

The Story on Self-Esteem - understanding self-esteem; a website for parents, kids and teens