STOMP Out Bullying

    STOMP Out Bullying™ is the leading national nonprofit dedicated to changing the culture for all students. We call on the nation to support our mission by raising awareness around world to develop a society focused on kindness, diversity and inclusivity. On the first Monday of every October, STOMP Out Bullying goes Blue for World Day of Bullying Prevention™ ! Going Blue take place throughout the month of October to observe National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month . “We have always been an organization dedicated to spreading kindness and preventing bullying and cyberbullying. However, this year, we were driven more than ever to help communities, youth, students and society realize that what we really need is to change the culture from one of cruelty to one of civility,” said Ross Ellis, CEO and Founder of STOMP Out Bullying™. “This October, we mark 13 years as an organization. I never want to see another child in pain,” added Ms. Ellis.  “And I nev...

STOMP Out Bullying Lights the Country and Beyond BLUE Monday October first, 10.1.18 for World Day Of Bullying Prevention This post STOMP Out Bullying Lights the Country and Beyond BLUE was featured on STOMP Out Bullying

    Did you know that every 100 minutes, a teen commits suicide ? And while September is National Suicide Prevention Month, the resources and attention must never stop. Suicide prevention should always be top of mind, particularly where it concerns kids and teens. As Whitney Dwire, from STOMP Out Bullying , said earlier this month on World Suicide Prevention Day, “Suicide prevention is everybody’s business!” There are all kinds of ways to be a part of the solution. Here are a few ways you can help save a life all year long. 3 Key Steps for Suicide Prevention: Be Part of the Solution Know the Warning Signs & Risk Factors According to the Samaritans NYC , suicide is the third leading cause of death of teenagers. In addition, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide affects all youth, but some groups are at higher risk than others. Boys are more likely than girls to die from suicide. Of the reported suicides in the 10 to 24 age grou...

    This time of year, kids are heading back to school after summer break - and they might be in need of some new devices. Smart phones, laptops, e-readers, and tablets are commonplace in school and at home. If your kid or teen is a new user of digital devices, then one of the most important things you can do as a parent is to teach them about safety. At STOMP Out Bullying , we believe that becoming educated about the digital world and sharing that information with your kids is the best way to help them navigate the internet. After all, the best tablet for kids is one that they can use safely and appropriately. Here are a few tips for helping kids stay safe in the digital space. Digital Tips for Creating the Best Tablet Experience for Kids and Teens Social Media Social media can play a huge role in your kid’s circle of friends, at school, and beyond. Make sure they understand what is okay and what is not okay when it comes to behavior on social media sites. Let them ...

2018 NY Jets-STOMP Out Bullying Educators Symposium On August 24, 2018, the New York Jets and STOMP  O ut Bullying, held the third annual Jets Tackle Bullying Educators Symposium presented by Municipal Credit Union on August 24th. More than 250 educators along with parents from across the tri-state area attended the trailblazing event at MetLife Stadium. Hosted by Alice Gainer, CBS 2’sanchor, the symposium will include a keynote address from bullying expert James Budzilek. A panel discussion that focused on cyberbullying and small group best practice discussions were held. The interactive panel was moderated by James Budzilek and included Ross Ellis, founder and CEO of STOMP  O ut Bullying; Dr. Jeff Gardere, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor at Touro College; Ira Levy, attorney and Board member, STOMP Out Bullying, Anthony Harmon of the United Federation of Teachers and football legend Tony Richardson. “We are very proud of our anti-...

  These days, bullying is no longer limited to face-to-face interactions. With the explosion of social media, emailing, and texting, the opportunity for bullying has expanded and become sneakier than ever. In order to better help your child or teen handle this new age of bullying, you need to know the different types (and what they look like). Here are 5 unique types of bullying that you need to know about. 5 Types of Bullying All Parents Should Know About Physical bullying This is what many people envision when they hear the word bullying: a child or teen being physically attacked in some way. Some examples include punching, kicking, shoving, pinching, and other such attacks. This type is often the easiest to identify if witnessed in the act. However, many bullies find ways to harass their victims in secret which is compounded by the fact that the victim is too frightened or too embarrassed to come forward, so keep this in mind. Verbal bullying Verbal bullies use abusi...

  There is a lot of focus in the media and online around bullying and cyberbullying. While there are several methods for helping your kids stand up to bullying , what about teaching kids and teens how to include others and foster genuine friendship? By shifting the focus to learning how to get along with others, form relationships, and be a good friend in return, you’ll actually help your child be healthier in the long run. Improve Your Child’s Health by Promoting Inclusion and Friendship Bullying and cyberbullying can have vastly negative effects on kids and teens, both mentally and physically. However, inclusion and friendship can have extremely positive effects on kids and teens lives and their mental states. Making friends is a social skill that is important, not for popularity purposes, but purely because friendship can provide many benefits. Health Benefits of Having Friends According to the Mayo Clinic , these benefits include: Improved sense of belonging and purp...