As part of East Rockaway Schools proud tradition, with schools across the nation, we come together every October during National Bullying Prevention Month to stand firmly against bullying and to unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion throughout our community. ERHS is dedicated to support this important movement by inspiring, educating, and encouraging all students to actively participate in bullying prevention. 

Throughout the month we will highlight this vital message during morning announcements and on social media. Click here for the announcements.

Discussions on the difference between conflict and bullying 

• Information about Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) 

• Insights into the emotional, physical, and academic effects of bullying 

• Guidance on how to be an upstander and support others 

• Encouragement for students to become their own self-advocates 

• Ideas for intentional acts of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion 

Additionally, special lessons will be integrated into 7th and 8th grade Health classes, and the school library will showcase books related to these themes. Students will have the opportunity to create orange bracelets, pins and more during lunch or study halls. 

Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 22 which is UNITY DAY! We invite all students to WEAR ORANGE as a visible symbol of our collective commitment to building commUNITY through kindness, acceptance and inclusion. During lunch periods, all students in grades 7-12 will be encouraged to sign a pledge banner in the cafeteria, affirming their support for those affected by bullying, their dedication to kindness, acceptance of differences, and efforts to include others. 

For resources & information about the month, please visit the Pacer website and Pacer Teens Against Bullying.