Telling bullies to think pink

Pam Leo, IN — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 20:13:27 GMT

This was a great story. Hats off to those boys. They are to be commended. Our oldest grandson went through some bullying and taunting from some boys in his class. They had moved to a new school when he was in second grade. Over the years there was the usual teasing, but as the kids got older the teasing got worse. It started affecting his attitude about himself, it started affecting his grades, and at times it affected his behavior. If he tried to stick up for himself, no matter what the situation, he got into trouble. My daughter had spoken with teachers to no avail. After a dicussion with the principal and a telephone call to one of the school board members the school started taking this situation seriously. I also contacted the Director of Student Services and shared this information with him. Within a short time all of the boys involved were called into the office, were confronted with the things they had done, and all apologized to our grandson. There is still some good natured teasing, but no bullying. Teachers and principals need to be aware of what is happening in their classrooms and schools. They also have the responsibilty to listen to children and to the child's parents so that this behavior can be stopped. The boys involved in this case told my grandson they really did not realize how badly they made him feel. If this had progressed into middle school and high school it would have only escalated. Thanks for airing this story.

Telling bullies to think pink

John kisselburg, Amarillo,Texas — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 16:31:07 GMT

This story send a message the if you are willing to take a stand on you princapals and stand for what you belive in you can over come your fear. This is about faceing your fear. bulles are afried for looking weak to their friends that why they pick on others. if you stand up to your aggressor in front of others you take away thier power, just like this boy did. kodows to is young man. His parents should be very proud of him I know I am because I was bulled in school and it has stuck with me all my life.

Telling bullies to think pink

Jennifer Thoreson, Somerset, WI — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 22:03:04 GMT

Those boys should be extremely proud of themselves and are an example for us all! Children need to stand up for each other and collectively say "No more! We won't tolerate any form of bullying!" The good kids far out number the bullies and need to be stong and brave and stick together. Hopefully, those who bully others will find that they can feel just as good or better about being one of the good guys.

Telling bullies to think pink

John Doe — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 02:18:02 GMT

I am an Educatational Assistant at a local school.
I see bullying in the elementary level.
Parents need to take a huge responsibility for this.
Children need lots of love and attention. They need guidance and structure. They need good healthy meals and lots of rest. They need you to listen to them.
With all of these ingredients, we have happy children.

Telling bullies to think pink

Bully Help Initiatives, Baddeck, Nova Scotia — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:08:14 GMT

Hi everyone, an International day has been developed based on this stand taken by Travis and DJ. It'll take place on February 15th, 2008. You can learn more at http://www.standupday.com

Telling bullies to think pink

Teresa Martin, Cairns, Queensland, Australia. — Sun, 25 May 2008 05:45:51 GMT

I am so seriously proud of those young men. Gives me goosebumps to hear about these urban Heros! I am sending a comment so that you know this act is no longer confined to your part of the world. Through an online exchange in a University course, students from several different areas of the world now know about this act of human kindness and strength. I for one have told my teenage daughter about it, who has told her friends....The seed is planted!! Who knows what wonderful fruit that first 'Pink Shirt Day' will yield, even across the world! Thank you, David and Travis!

Telling bullies to think pink

John Doe, Seattle Washington — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 23:32:45 GMT

Tomorrow, a schoolvery close to my home will be having "Pink Day". Tahnks to these two boys, this is possible. Great job to Travis and David for letting the world know bulling is wrong and something that won't be put up with. Happy Pink Day!!

Telling bullies to think pink

Victoria Cummings, Chattanooga, TN — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:54:09 GMT

I love this story! I am an educator and know first hand that bullying is a big issue in the schools. What these two high school boys did was simple, yet very effective. I hope this initiative spreads across the nation as a beginning to the end of bullying.