Cyberbullying is the use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature.

People that bully online may use social media to bully through the use of derogatory messages posted in comments, direct messaging, or on stories or Live Videos. This type of bullying can be used anytime and anywhere so keep an eye out for it, if you are a parent watch what your child does, sends, and receives.

Cyberbullying can be used on social media, internet, and phone apps. You may never know that your child is being bullied until you look at their phone or they tell you.

It is more common among teenagers, but I will be keeping an eye out in my classroom for it as well. It is absolutely not allowed.

If you or someone you know is being cyberbullied reach out to a teacher, faculty member, or parent/guardian and let them know. You can always come to me and tell me and I will get the situation handled.

Parents, if your child has informed you that they are being cyberbullied online at school please call the school or me and let us know. We will get it handled so your child can feel safe and comfortable in this environment.

Here are two resources for you to learn more about cyberbullying. Stop Bullying and National Bullying Prevention Center