On January 9th, the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center (MARC) from Bridgewater State University visited Chocksett to present on the topic of Bullying and Cyberbullying. Meghan McCoy, M.Ed., Program Coordinator, discussed with students the impact of bullying, cyberbullying, and the roles of bystanders and "eggers." MARC 's emphasis is on the bystanders and ways their behaviors may inadvertently support or encourage bullying by providing an audience. Ms. McCoy emphasized ways in which a bystander can deter bullying and minimize any benefits the bullier may seek by engaging in such behavior. This was the 2nd year in a row where Ms. McCoy has come to Chocksett and successfully engaged students in this topic.
Students will have to discuss this presentation with their homeroom teachers on January 25th.
Students will have to discuss this presentation with their homeroom teachers on January 25th.
So glad to see this sensitive topic addressed at Chocksett. Effort like this should continue with additional speakers to keep the message in the forefront of our children's minds.
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