Semester 2: Week 14

According to the PACER Center (2023b), almost 75% of students with disabilities experience bullying. Disabled students are bullied at a rate of 2 to 3 times more than their peers without disabilities. Peer Supports (like you!) can have a positive, lasting impact by taking action when you witness bullying. The PACER Center (2023a) suggests 5 ways that you can address bullying as a student: 

1. Be available for conversation

2. Respond with intentional acts of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion

3. Redirect the situation

4. Talk with an adult

5. Encourage others to come together against bullying and unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion

You will learn more about these strategies in this week’s videos and article.

Instructions:

First, read Advocacy for Others.

Next, watch Ways to Support a Peer.

Then, watch Supporting a Peer Experiencing Bullying - Student Response.

Then, complete the Week 14 Reflection. 

Finally, complete the End of the Semester Peer Survey.