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National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence

Friday 18th March is the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence.

‘Bullying is an ongoing and deliberate misuse of power in relationships through repeated verbal, physical and/or social behaviour that intends to cause physical, social and/or psychological harm. It can involve an individual or a group misusing their power, or perceived power, over one or more persons who feel unable to stop it from happening.  Bullying can happen in person or online, via various digital platforms and devices and it can be obvious (overt) or hidden (covert).  Bullying behaviour is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time (for example, through sharing of digital records).  Bullying of any form or for any reason can have immediate, medium and long-term effects on those involved, including bystanders. Single incidents and conflict or fights between equals, whether in person or online, are not defined as bullying.’ (Bullying No Way website). 

At Malvern Primary School we aim to create a safe and supportive school community for everyone. Parents are an important part of our work to prevent bullying and to respond effectively if it happens. Stopping bullying involves everyone.

Parents know their children best and know the best way to tailor communication to their needs. We encourage parents to contact their child’s teacher immediately if they have concerns about their child.

The Bullying No Way campaign has a fantastic website https://bullyingnoway.gov.au/, which provides parents and teachers with a variety of resources including: understanding bullying, responding to bullying, preventing bullying, teaching about bullying and support and advice.  They provide information on all aspects of bullying, including cyberbullying.

Teachers will ’shine a light’ on this topic leading up to and following NDA, however it is a topic and focus that is present throughout the year.

‘Backflips Against Bullying’

This year we have invited ‘Backflips Against Bullying’ to come to the school to present to our students on Thursday 17th March. Backflips Against Bullying is a program that features a high-energy 1 Hour performance by a team of incredible acrobats, that teaches about bullying.  The program also includes teaching material to support classrooms before and after the session.  Students will attend sessions as follows:

Session 1: Years 3 and 4

Session 2: Years 5 and 6

Session 3: Years 1 and 2

Please speak to your child’s teacher if you have any questions.

Robyn James