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Respect: A Reflection of Who We Are
In a Commentary by Michael Josephson, from Character Counts and the Josephson Institute, Josephson notes that treating others with respect is often more an expression of our views, and our own character, than an expression of what …
Crisis Planning 101
Although a majority of schools will never face a situation like the one Columbine experienced in 1999, the experience does require schools to be prepared. Furthermore, there is likelihood that a crisis will happen, most …
Target Tactics II: Planning for the Bully
Things to Consider While Making Your Plan
Use the Golden Rule
First of all, treat the bully like you would like to be treated. We sometimes forget that the Golden Rule applies even when we aren’t being …
Understanding the School Shooter
Researchers are still diligently working to find reason in the unreasonable when understanding the mind of the school shooter.
“While studies differ, what many researchers seem to agree on is that there is no single profile …
Passwords Reconsidered
The Imperva Application Defense Center has released some interesting stats on passwords and password hacking in a new study analyzing password strength. Since hackers and hacking software are becoming increasingly sophisticated, it has become necessary …
CASA Report on Teenage Use of Tobacco & Drugs
The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA) has released its latest survey data centering on the question, “Why do some teenagers smoke, drink, and use illegal substances while others do …
Becoming a “Power School’”: Ten Ways to Reduce Violence
“Power schools” are schools that achieve excellence by recognizing that the goal of reducing student violence and the goal of increasing academic performance complement each other. Initiatives intended to focus on either of these actually …
A Parent’s Guide to the Teen Brain
The Partnership for a Drug Free America released a digital, science-based resource for parents that helps explain the adolescent brain and offers tips for helping parents help teens make good decisions.
“A Parent’s Guide to the …
Target Tactics I: Dealing with Your Bully
Are you being targeted by a bully?
Remember, no one deserves to be bullied. We all have different gifts and talents. If you don’t know what yours are, take some time to figure them out. Then …
Teens at Risk and Parents Disconnected
With the number of teens spending much of their time online and so many new websites, gadgets and digital platforms popping up everyday, how can parents effectively monitor their teens’ online habits? There are some …
