New Study Shows What REALLY Reduces Bullying

A new study published March, 2011 (conducted by Dr. Banks for his dissertation)* researched 21 national experts in anti-bullying. The findings (in order) suggest the following:

“What are the components of bullying prevention programs that reduce bullying in elementary through middle school-aged students?”

1. “Clearly defined definitions of bullying behavior in terms of social, emotional and physical categories, both verbal and non-verbal”.
2. “Immediate and consistent action taken in bullying incidents”.
3. “Visible teacher/staff involvement to demonstrate anti-bullying programming and prevention/intervention strategies”.
4. “Clearly defined consequences for bullying behavior”.
5. “Appropriate supervision”.
6. “Immediate follow-up and home contact made for each reported offense”.
7. “District and school-wide policies”.

“What are some of the more prevalent evaluation models in use by experts who are implementing various bullying prevention programs?”

1. “Personal interaction from students and teachers/staff of bullying definitions and anti-bullying strategies”.
2. “Monitoring students’ behavior during “free time” settings”.
3. “Reporting of bullying behavior”.

*Banks, Edward J. (2011) Elementary and middle school bullying: A Delphi analysis of successful prevention programming. PhD dissertation, Capella University, United States – Minnesota. 112 pages; Publication No. AAT 3445227

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Soon To Be Released…

Jay Banks Productions (JBP) is announcing a new approach to anti-bullying programming entitled, “I Am Unafraid.” This program takes the best practices and elements of our STAMP Out Bullying program, and frames them in a more positive platform that is consistent with Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) . Those self-empowerment, research-validate, anti-bullying elements are;

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A – Avoid bullies

F – Find a friend

R – Report bullying

A – Act confident

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The new strategy will continue to utilize the characteristics of engagement, interaction, comedy, story-telling, and research-validated education, along with the addition of age-appropriate music video elements. Also, JBP has developed the “I Am Unafraid” anti-bullying curriculum. Kindergarten through 5th graders will sing the songs, dance along, and be captivated by the animations that are set in 5 CD & DVD presentations. Plus, supporting resources include “I Am Unafraid” wristbands, stickers, posters, banners, t-shirts, and many free supports including P.R.T.S. (Parent Pages, Resource References, Teacher Talk, Student Sheets). The expected release is March 2012.

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