When Your Child Is Bullied: Real Solutions for Families By: J.E. DiMarco and M.K. Newman Tip List: • Do not tell your child to ignore the bullying • Reassure your child that he/she will be protected and you will not stop until there is a complete solution in place • Document all facts of each instance of bullying • Develop a plan to stop the bullying with the school. Work respectfully and collaboratively, but aggressively with the school to develop a plan. Make certain you, as the parent, lead the solution and play a very active role. • Use all of your community resources: a. School social workers/guidance counselors b. Teachers c. Superintendent d. School Board e. School nurse f. Therapists/psychologists g. Coaches h. Members of law enforcement i. Attorneys • Act quickly, comprehensively and early. The longer the bullying goes on, the more difficult the situation becomes for your child and your family. • There are real solutions that work, be persistent • Never: allow your child to participate in “peer to peer resolution”, this only re-victimizes the victim and angers the bully