Bullying
Midlothian ISD takes the concern of bullying seriously and uses proactive measures to educate students and staff. View Freedom from Bullying policy FFI (Local)
Bullying occurs when a student or group of students engages in written or verbal expression or physical conduct that:
- Will have the effect of physically harming a student, damaging a student’s property, or placing a student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or of damage to the student’s property; or
- Is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive that the action or threat creates an intimidating, threatening, or abusive educational environment for a student.
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is the use of the Internet, cell phones, or other electronic devices to intentionally engage acts of harassment and cruelty towards another person that results in emotional harm. For more information, visit the links below:
Prevent Bullying (Source: Facebook)
How to report a bullying incident
Any student who believes that he or she has experienced bullying should immediately report the alleged acts to a teacher, counselor, principal, or other district employee. A report may be made orally or in writing. If the investigation indicates that bullying occurred, the district shall take appropriate disciplinary or corrective action to address the conduct in accordance with the district’s Student Code of Conduct.
Break the Silence!
The "Break the Silence" video below was produced by Frank Seale Middle School teachers, which portrays the realities of bullying and encourages others to stand up and report a bullying incident.
District Action on Bullying
Midlothian ISD has a number of programs, resources and activities in place to educate students, parents and staff on how to stay safe.
Rachel’s Challenge (All schools)
The purpose of this program is to set off a chain reaction of kindness, respect, and acceptance among all students. It is a district-wide approach and common language to promote a caring and kind campus. Read more
My In10tion (FSMS, WGMS and MHS)
My In10tion is a student lead anti-bullying group at MHS, FSMS and WGMS that is fully committed to standing up for others and making a difference in order to spread kindness. My In10tion's goal is to make everyone feel comfortable, worthy, and safe in our schools.
Anti-Bullying Program Brief Overview
Elementary Students
- Anti-bullying commercials written and produced by students
- Counseling sessions in small groups
- Guidance classes discuss bullying with components
- Mentor program: Teachers mentor students
- Puppet show presented by middle school students
- Red Ribbon Week includes bullying prevention
- Peer Mediation
- PALS Program: High school students mentor elementary students
- R-Time: PreK- 6th grade program teaches interpersonal relationship skills, enhances citizenship and reduces bullying
- Video on cyberbullying and leads a discussion following the viewing.
Middle School Students
- Dr. Eric Cupp - Counsels At-Risk Students
- My In10tion
- Open-door policy to report bullying
- Peer Mediation
- Power Team Anti-Bullying Assembly (FSMS)
- Rachel's Challenge
- Staff Training on Anti-Bullying
- Student Resource Officer
High School Students
- AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
- Dr. Eric Cupp – Counsels At-Risk Students
- Movement Toward A Future Mentoring Program
- My In10tion
- Rachel's Challenge
- To Save A Life Movie
Parent Resources for Cyberbullying
When parents are actively and positively involved in what their children are doing online, their children engage in less risk-taking or harmful online behavior.
- Discuss expectations for your child's online activities
- Be familiar with social networking sites your child visits
- Reinforce the importance of treating others with kindness and respect online
- Keep your child's computer in a visible location of the house in order to monitor
Additional bullying resources for parents, students and teachers
ABCs of Bullying
Before You Text
Child Safety Guide [PDF]
National Crime Prevention Council
NetSmartz Internet Safety
Stop Bullying
Stop Bullying Now
Texas Youth Commission
Wired Safety
Bullies2Buddies.com
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