The Bullying Story - Thursday

Our story about Abi and Yasmin started on Monday, so read our earlier postings to catch up. The story continues here....

ABI: Yas's dad came to school with her today. Guess she's pretty scared. What a baby - can't even fight her own battles.

YAS: Dad is meeting with the Head of Year today. I was so embarrassed & I don't see how it will help. Abi teased me about it.

DAD: On ACE's advice, I'm seeing Yas's teacher. Hope he takes it seriously. Have the incident log & a list of questions that ACE suggested.

ACE: Often schools act quickly to stop bullying. But sometimes parents feel teachers don't listen fully. It's OK to ask questions!

DAD: The Head of Year wasn't that concerned at first. He said 'Girls will be girls' & that they'll probably be friends again soon.

DAD: When I told him about the filmed fight he said that was serious. We spoke about what the school can do.

ACE: The school could ask Abi to apologise to Yas. They could move her to another class & keep her in at breaks.

DAD: I want the bullying to stop & I want Yas to feel better. She has lost her confidence lately.

ACE: There are organisations Yasmin can talk to about her experiences. They will support her and help her get over the upset.

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