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Children are Successful in School (Washington) (formerly School Success)

Story Behind the Curve

Youth who encounter bullying or harassment have wide ranging effects that are experienced such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, decreased academic achievement, decreased school attendance, health complaints, mental health issues, substance abuse and suicide. Bullying affects everyone whether it is those who are bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying. In 2013, 45.1% of middle school youth and 21% of high school youth within Washington County admitted to being bullied on school property. During the 2013-2014 school year, 1,316 middle school youth and 2,685 high school youth admitted to being electronically bullied. The evolution of mobile communication and social media has made it easier for youth to create an inescapable and more harmful way to bully others. Lack of attention from friends, family or teachers can cause the onset of bullying. Some youth learn bullying from others while some bully so they do not become victims themselves. There was a slight downward trend for 2013-2014 school year which may be attributed to the awareness of bullying and harassment on the part of students, school staff and parents.

Strategies to improve these indicators

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Why Is This Important?

All Washington County children attending school will have an experience that is free from bullying, intimidation or harassment incidents. Youth will learn positive ways to combat negative student to student interactions, bullying, peer pressure, personal conflicts and other negative influences. Ultimately, this generation of youth will be taught kindness, compassion, optimism, generosity and forgiveness which will impact the way youth co-exist in the future.

Data Discussion

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