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The recent high school gang beating of a Bakersfield girl is certainly good evidence that school bullying has reached a new level. Although bullying is nothing new, it appears that there is no limit to the extent children will go to abuse a classmate.
There are some who downplay such incidents, saying it’s no big deal, it happens all the time. While others have engaged in such behavior, it should not be a justification. Regrettably, much damage is done to victim and perpetrator alike.
Being the youngest and shortest student in my grade level at Jefferson Elementary School, I was an easy target for bullies. I was not a fighter, so I had to develop other ways to cope with my situation, such as avoiding a bully or trying to befriend one ensure my safety.
It is evident from recent surveys that many students do not feel safe at school. Despite its prevalence, bullying is easily overlooked. It is usually covert, and both victims and witnesses are coerced...
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