Archive for November, 2010
If It’s Getting Better, Why Does It Have to Be So Hard?
Over the years that I’ve worked against bullying, I’ve developed a thick skin. I’ve gotten accustomed to people trying my patience. I’ve managed to remain calm when I’d rather lash out, “When was the last time you were actually in a school? Really listened to children instead of lecturing to them? Witnessed children verbally or physically abused?” But in the deluge of media and commentary on bullying issues, the last eight weeks have been intense and I want to describe a few of the highs and lows.
Great Review of Owning Up Curriculum
In a thoughtful and thorough review, Susan Ciardiello, PhD, LCSW provides valuable insight into Owning Up from a professional’s point of view. Introduction The purpose of this book is to provide school social workers, psychologists, guidance counselors, teachers, and community mental health professionals with a curriculum to help adolescents “own up” or take responsibility for [...]
Glee Musings from the Trenches
Over the past few days I have read both praises and critiques of Glee’s “Never Been Kissed” episode. If you haven’t seen it, it is a must watch. I often find myself sitting on the proverbial fence with Glee’s controversial topics. On one hand, I applaud the show for highlighting serious issues that teens deal [...]
