Bullying [videorecording]

Bullying is a serious problem that can disrupt a school's learning environment and have potentially devastating consequences for young people. Bullying: Gaining Insight examines ways adults can effectively identify and intervene in bullying situations. In "Toughen Up," Sammy is afraid to ask for help when he is bullied by older students, while teachers and support staff either dismiss the problem, minimize it or fail to intervene strongly enough. Similarly, "Just a Little Rumor" depicts adults who fail to recognize or react when Ashley is bullied by a group of girls. Following the two vignettes, experts highlight important steps to take before bullying becomes a problem in your school. - Container.