The Lambton Kent District School Board is participating in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, November 20-24, 2017 to help promote safe schools and positive learning environments in Ontario.
The LKDSB is committed to ensuring positive, safe and inclusive learning and working environments for students, staff and the community. During this week, students, staff and parents are encouraged to learn more about bullying and its effect on student learning and well-being.
Bullying is typically a form of repeated, persistent, and aggressive behaviour that occurs in a context of a real or perceived imbalance of power between individuals. Bullying can be represented in various forms – physical, verbal, social and electronic – and has a negative impact on a student's well-being and ability to learn, and compromises the overall school climate.
LKDSB schools, with support from LKDSB Safe Schools teams, will be participating in a variety of activities to promote bullying awareness and prevention. Students will learn more about bullying and its impact on the school community, as well as participate in acts of kindness in schools and the community. Many schools across the LKDSB will be displaying positive messaging in classrooms and public spaces and host assemblies focused on anti-bullying.
"We all play a role in ensuring our schools are safe spaces for everyone," said Director Jim Costello. "I am proud of the efforts of our students and staff during Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week to reinforce these important messages in support of student well-being and promoting a culture of inclusion."
Additional information about Bully Awareness and Prevention Week is available at http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/safeschools/prevention.html.
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For additional information contact:
Jane Bryce, Chair of the Board, 519-899-2619
Jim Costello, Director of Education, 519-336-1500, Ext 31297
Gary Girardi, Superintendent of Education – Capital Planning & Accommodation, 519-336-1500, Ext. 31486
For reference information contact:
Heather Hughes, Public Relations Officer, 519-336-1500, Ext. 31262; 519-355-5245 (cell)
November 17, 2017
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