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Bullying can be:

1. Verbal or Written: Insults, taunts, or name-calling

2. Physical: Physically harming a student, damaging property, or placing fear of harm

3. Cyber: On or off-campus by means of technology.

Bullying can be a one-time OR repeated act by one or more individuals that exploits an imbalance of power and effects the student at school. 

If you are being bullied, talk to a trusted adult or report it to a school administrator. 

For more information on bullying prevention go to www.stopbullying.gov.

In today's digital world, being safe online is just as important as being safe in person. Here are some tips and resources to help you navigate the internet safely.

1. Keep your information private-Never share your full name, address, phone number, or school you attend

2. Adjust your Privacy settings-Make your social media accounts private to limit who can see your information.

3. Think before you POST! Consider the impact before you share anything. Think about how it could affect you or others around you.

4. Recognize cyber bullying- Speak up if you see someone and report it to a trusted adult. 

5. Safe Communication online- Talk to only people you know and avoid sharing sensitive info.

For more info on internet safety go to: www.commonsensemedia.org

Self-control means having restraint over one's own impulses, emotions, or desires. 

Can you think of a time your or someone else showed self-control?

Why is Self-control important?

1. Academic success-helps you focus on studies

2. Positive relationships- Improve interactions with teachers and peers

3.Emotional well-being- Reduces anxiety and stress

For more information on self-control go to Sure, here is the revised text:

Please remember the following website: www.mindfulnessforteens.com

What is fairness?

The lack of FAVORITISM toward one side or another.

Can you think of a time you or someone else mistreated you? What would have made it more fair?

Why does it matter?

Promoting fairness helps build a positive school culture and everyone feels included and valued.

How to get involved?

1. Join a club-joining a group helps promote fairness.

2. Be an ally-Stand up for your peers

3.Speak up! If you ever feel that a classmate is being treated unfairly, speak with a teacher, counselor, or AP. 

To learn more about fairness go to www.goodcharacter.com

What is peer pressure?

Peer pressure happens when your friend tries to influence you on how to feel, think, or behave. It can be both positive and negative.

Types of peer pressure:

1. Positive peer pressure: When a friend encourages you to do something good like studying for a test or helping others.

2. Negative peer pressure: When a classmate pushes you to do something that you know is not right like skipping class or bullying others.

How to deal with Peer Pressure:

1. Trust yourself- You know what is right and wrong. If it doesn't feel right, it probably isn't. 

2. Say "NO" with confidence: It's okay to say no. 

3. Use an excuse: If saying "no" feels hard, that make an excuse. EX: "My parents would be upset if I did that". 

4. Walk away-Sometimes the best way to deal with peer pressure is to walk away from the situation.

To learn more about peer pressure go to: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/peer-pressure.html