The Unteachables Podcast #134: Bullying in the classroom?! đ How to talk to your students about it in a way that gets them listening, empathising, and creating change!
Jul 28, 2025
Discover how to truly define bullying with a focus on power imbalance and intent to harm. Learn the difference between conflict, meanness, and bullying, which often confuses kids. Hear personal stories that highlight the importance of empathy in addressing this issue. Explore effective strategies like the 'High Five' technique to empower students to respond safely. This engaging discussion offers practical tools that can be applied year-round, fostering understanding and compassion in the classroom.
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Bullying's Hidden Nature
- Bullying often happens insidiously and can be deeply embedded in school culture, making it easy to miss.
- Missing signs isn't a lack of attention; bullying can be hidden in plain sight affecting students silently.
Claire's Bullying Encounter
- Claire English shares a personal story of severe bullying in her school years and its lasting trauma.
- She recounts an anxious encounter years later with her high school bully who didn't remember their past conflict.
Define Bullying Clearly
- Teach students to differentiate bullying, conflict, and meanness using the 3 P's: power imbalance, purpose to harm, and pattern over time.
- Empower them with the "High Five" strategy: ignore, talk friendly, talk firmly, walk away, and report bullying.
