Comments on: Bully Pulpit

By: maya

maya — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:14:25 +0000

I’m so sorry you have to deal with this. Keep us posted.

By: In a Fit

In a Fit — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:13:27 +0000

I say do what you need to do when it comes to your child and bullying, because the school certainly won’t. Bring the issue to the principal, the superintendent, blogs, newspapers, magazines, 3 On Your Side or any other outlet that will get it out in the open. I undertand that the schools have to keep a certain level of privacy for the children, but maybe if those kids and their parents were aware that other parents knew about their kids “issues,” parents would take more responsibility for correcting their child’s behavior at school. At this age, parents are still highly responsible for how thier child acts at school or elsewhere. But first you have to acknowlegde the behavior and you can’t do that until you talk about it!

By: kathymonkman

kathymonkman — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:42:08 +0000

I think most things escalate and fester when hidden in shadows. We all know bullying is based on cowardice. All I know is Sophie just flat out needs to be protected and I can be totally subjective and say I’m unconcerned about the bullies in this equation and their blah blah freaking blah. Sophie just needs to be safe at school. Period. And I mean emotionally, physically, socially. Safe. I say go all KV on that principal tomorrow, in that elegant Amy Silverman style only you can pull off.

By: Kari

Kari — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:36:54 +0000

I know a couple of fifth-graders who have Sophie’s back.

By: starrlife

starrlife — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:43:49 +0000

I think sharing experiences is so useful and I agree about the secrets part. If people talk, give ‘em something good to discuss about inclusion and education and cafeteria bullying! It’s hard to imagine why anyone would have it in for anyone else unless there was a serious grievance- like sleeping with their husband or something! Otherwise-leave out the names and only the people who already know will know!
Phooey on those bullies~

By: Robet Polk

Robet Polk — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:44:37 +0000

You already know I’m with you. Indeed, you’ve written a few things about specific infuriating school bureaucrats; that made me worry about your, for lack of a better word, reputation. But you’re a grown up and you’ve proven yourself, here and professionally.

You are so right about secrets and keeping quiet. They say 90% of dissatisfied consumers don’t complain; it’s we in the tiny minority who bring about change. You go, girl.

By: gaga

gaga — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:19:18 +0000

note from gaga after the lunch date:
sophie has so many kind, caring friends at school.
they would love and protect her completely if they could.
gallantry among six year olds is beautiful to see.

By: cate

cate — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:15:29 +0000

I go around and around on blogs and privacy. But at the end of the day, I’m glad to have other people’s blogs to read, because it’s incredibly useful for me. Educational, comforting, all that. And while I’m sorry you’re dealing with this, I am sure you will a) kick ass and b) set an example I’ll look back on at some point.

Bullies suck.

By: Christa Severns

Christa Severns — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:12:52 +0000

I’m with you Amy. Secrets help no one. Just get it out in the open, and Fairy Gaga’s presence at lunch should send a strong message to those bullies. Magic or not – nobody mucks with the Fairy Gaga in this town.

By: kathy (crafty chica kathy)

kathy (crafty chica kathy) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:57:11 +0000

Right on!!! Or should I say: Write on!!!