Presentation:   Why Some Victims of Bullying are Retaliating
Length: 1 – 1½ hours (time spent on topic may be adjusted)
Description: This insightful and emotionally charged presentation addresses the psychological and cognitive path some victims of bullying have taken from hurt, anger, hate, rage to revenge. Almost all school shootings in the last six years have involved victims who retaliated. This presentation is based on Dr. Beane’s son’s journey and a study of other young people who have retaliated. Dr. Beane’s illustrations (using an apple, Styrofoam plate, nails, etc.) and true heart-breaking stories are unforgettable. He served as an expert witness for the defense attorney in a criminal case involving retaliation – explaining to the jury why a high school student took the path from hurt to revenge. It is important for school administrators to understand this path and to be able to identify where victims are on the path. If there is ever a hostage situation involving victims of bullying, this information will be extremely helpful to school administrators.

Note: After the presentation, attendees may purchase the booklet, Why are Some Victims of Bullying Retaliating by Dr. Allan Beane, which includes the content of the presentation. If the sponsoring agency wishes to purchase a copy of this booklet for the attendees, discounts are available for large orders.

Presentation:   Bullying – Stopping the Pain and Violence
Length: 1 – 1 ½ hours
Description: This powerful and motivational presentation addresses the nature of bullying and the rationale for preventing and stopping it. The following questions are addressed:

• What is bullying?
• Why must it be addressed?
• Why are some victims retaliating? (brief discussion)
• How often does it occur?
• Where does it occur?
• When does it occur?
• How is it different with boys and girls?
• What are the typical characteristics of potential victims?
• What are the typical characteristics of victims – warning signs?
• What are the typical characteristics of bullies – warning signs?

Workshop:  Bullying – Its Nature and How to Prevent It
Length: 3 to 6 hours (time spent on topics is adjustable)
Description: This workshop addresses the nature of bullying, the rationale for preventing and stopping it, and a sampling of practical and research-based strategies. The following questions are addressed:

• What is bullying?
• Why must it be addressed?
• Why are some victims retaliating? (brief discussion)
• How often does it occur?
• Where does it occur?
• When does it occur?
• How is it different with boys and girls?
• What are the typical characteristics of potential victims?
• What are the typical characteristics of victims – warning signs?
• What are the typical characteristics of bullies – warning signs?
• How can I promote a sense of belonging and acceptance in all students?
• How can I prevent children from becoming victims?
• How can I help children who are already victims?
• How can children who are victims help themselves?
• How can I help change the bully?
• How can I help empower the bystanders?
• What resources are available to help reduce bullying in our schools?

Note: Participants are given a handout and, prior to the workshop, encouraged to purchase The Bully Free Classroom by Allan L. Beane, Ph.D. or to bring a copy to the workshop. Discounts are available for large orders.

Presentation:   How to Conduct On-the-Spot Responding to Bullying
Length: 1 ½ - 2 hours
Description: This presentation answers the question, “What should you do when you hear about bullying or see it?” It provides attendees with the knowledge to investigate rumors of bullying and to respond to bullying when they see it. The presentation also includes a sampling of strategies for empowering bystanders.

Workshop:   Becoming Skillful in On-the-Spot Responding to Bullying
Length: 3-6 hours (time is adjusted for time to practice)
Description: This workshop answers the question, “What should you do when you hear about bullying or see it?” Workshop participants are provided with the knowledge and skills to investigate rumors of bullying and to respond to bullying when they see it. The workshop also includes strategies for empowering bystanders. Participants are given an opportunity to apply the information through role-playing, simulations, and problem-solving activities.

Presentation:   Bullying – Administrative Strategies
Length: 1 – 2 hours
Description: This presentation assumes that the participants already understand the nature of bullying and why it must be prevented and stopped. A variety of system-wide and school-based administrative strategies are discussed.

Presentation: The Research-based Bully Free Program
Length: 1 – 2 hours
Description: An overview of the Bully Free Program is presented. Included is a discussion of the program’s philosophy, goals, components, elements and materials. Research regarding the effectiveness of the program is also presented.