Anti Bullying Message

Revolution Tour Group
This week we had a visit from an Auckland based tour group called "Revolution".  They are musicians that are travelling the country combining their musical talents with a strong anti-bullying message. 

They put on a show for an assembly of year 7's to 10's. 

Students chanting "stop the bull"

The effect of bullying on learning cannot be overstated.  Students who are victims of bullying will find it very hard to associate school as a positive place to be. 



Students ask to stand if they don't want bullying. 

As educators we have to give some real consideration to the level of safety we provide in our classrooms and around the school grounds.  This is more than just a social responsibility we are charged as professionals for ensuring this takes place. 


The Registered Teachers Criteria has two specific criteria that relates to this...

RTC #2 Demonstrate commitment to promoting the well-being of all ākonga - take all reasonable steps to provide and maintain a teaching and learning environment that is physically, socially, culturally and emotionally safe.  and

RTC # 7. promote a collaborative, inclusive and supportive learning environment - foster trust, respect and cooperation with and among ākonga.  

Good music - strong message.

As teacher who can't sing or dance I realise that I cannot send that message in the same way as the Revolution Tour group.  But it left me thinking how do I send messages of safety, inclusiveness and positive relations in my classroom?   What ways do I recognise when bullying (especially subtle bullying) happens in my class?  Am I responsible for any?  What avenues have I created where students can ask for help? 

 

This post relates to RTC #2 and RTC #7