September 2021: Bullying
Bullying
School days can bring challenging times for children and teens. Pressure to be someone they are not, not meeting the standards of their classmates, or just being different. There are so many various reasons their peers turn against each other.
The old Saying, "sticks and stones may break your bones, but names will never hurt you," doesn't apply anymore. Words hurt regardless of how strong you are. We all want to belong and be a part of something. In today's society, it doesn't not stop at the end of the school day. With access to cell phones and social media, it can seem to go day after day with no end in sight.
Bullying can stop if we all learn to respect each other's differences. How boring would the world be if we all liked the same things? Looked the same? Wore the same clothing? Learn to respect what others can teach you. You are the change needed to end bullying.
If you are being bullied
- Try to stay calm; bullies enjoy seeing your reaction.
- Assert yourself non-violently.
- Let the bully know you won't play their games.
- Make good friends.
- Tell a trusted teacher, parents, or other trusted adult.
- Find out your school policy to stop bullying.
Friends/Bystanders
- Stand up for your friends by telling a teacher or trusted adult.
- Don't stand around as someone is being bullied.
- Non-violently tell the bully your disappointment in their actions/words.
- Be a friend to the person being bullied.
- Complement each other build each other up.
If you are the bully
- Understand bullying makes people dislike you.
- Talk to a trusted adult about how to change your behavior.
Citizen's Advisory Committee - Come see what your Police Department is doing for you.
The Winter Springs Police Department wants your input at our Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting. CAC meets on the second Wednesday of the month from September through May. CAC does not meet during the summer months. Join us and meet community leaders, discuss community issues with the Police Department staff and learn more about taking an active role in the security of your community.
The CAC meets at the Winter Springs Police Department (300 N. Moss Rd.) at 6:30 pm. Everyone who attends is encouraged to ask questions and talk about what is going on in their neighborhood. Light refreshments are served.
Always remember, if you see something unusual, do not hesitate to notify the Police. If you see something, say something! If you feel uncomfortable about calling the police department, you can report suspicious activity anonymously. In addition, you can call 1-800-423-TIPS or report at www.crimeline.org. You do not have to give your name.
Help the Winter Springs Police Department:
Be a crime-stopper, not a victim. Lock your car and report suspicious activity.
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Non-Emergency | 407-327-1000
