Bullying is real and pervasive in society today, often driven by the divisive nature of our current political paradigm. Authentic claims of bullying must not be de-legitimized. Step forward unapologetically to oppose inequities in our communities and stakeholders who harbor bias. Leaders seeking to dismantle current systems of inequity frequently become targets of bullying.
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By Patrick Pizzo
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2/2/24
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Lido Beach native Sydney Brett is using her inner and outer beauty to make a difference in bullying in schools.
In 2016, Brett founded an organization called “Stronger Than You …
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By Angelina Zingariello
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8/13/23
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The Long Island Coalition Against Bullying and Lynbrook business To Tie-Dye for Clothing, have partnered all October for National Bullying Prevention Month.
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10/28/21
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In honor of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month and STAND UP for Others Week, Steele Elementary School welcomed special guests from Soren Bennick Productions to talk about the “Power of …
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11/21/19
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Once upon a time — as in, 20 or 30 years ago — parents worried about bullies who might call their kids names or physically intimidate them. Moms and dads still do. Added to the long list of parental concerns today, however . . .
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10/11/18
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“When I was younger,” Fran-Marie Hlatky-Rivera said, “I used to get beat up a lot.” As she and her classmates grew and changed, so did the torment they put her through. For a time, she said, …
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By Zach Gottehrer-Cohen
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10/11/18
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With the new school year under way — following one that stirred discussions about school safety and mental health in the wake of a school shooting in Parkland Fla. — the Guardian checked in with …
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By Zach Gottehrer-Cohen
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10/1/18
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Over the past year, mass shootings have dominated discourse around the country — particularly the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High …
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By Zach Gottehrer-Cohen
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9/20/18
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While classes are out of session for the summer, state and county officials have taken aim at bullying, an issue that affects 20 percent of students nationwide, according to a 2016 study by the …
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By Zach Gottehrer-Cohen
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8/2/18
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School isn’t in session, but preparation never ends for teachers and administrators. In addition to educating young minds, creating a safe and welcoming environment for students is vital.
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By Tyler Marko
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7/26/18
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