Children’s Self Defense Program
Bully, Victim, or Hero? (Elementary Education K-5)
Choices? Sabotage or Success? (Grades 6-12)
These two lecture presentations are designed as an aid for teachers, counselors,
and staff members of school districts responsible for the instruction of
conflict resolution and anger management.
Unlike other bullying and children’s self-defense programs that focus mainly on the bully, these are geared towards the intended target, the bully, and their peers. Character development and life skills are emphasized through role-playing. Bullies are taught to make less aggressive, non-violent choices, while the targets of bullying and the bystanders learn practical techniques to de-escalate potential conflicts, as well as gain the confidence to stand up for themselves and others in a safe and appropriate manner. The program is adapted to accommodate the ages and skill levels of the students, the structure of the classrooms, and specific issues that need immediate attention.
Protecting our children
This is a 60-minute, 90-minute, or two-hour program for families with kids ages five years and older that focuses on hands-on situations involving child predators that may try to lure, groom, or physically abduct their child. We teach how to talk to strangers, how to identify safe and unsafe behavior, and how to escape a potential physical production. Each family member has a role in implementing a plan of action that provides an exit strategy to keep everyone safe.
Testimonials
Many of our staff and I felt that the program was excellent. The students were engaged and came away with useful knowledge. Had heard staff and students utilize the language taught in the program. I feel as we continue using the strategies we will see more of a difference in our student’s behaviors regarding bullying.
Sincerely,
Guidance Counselor, Cold Water Elementary
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It was wonderful!!! The students enjoyed it immensely in the facilitator was terrific. In fact, he was so obliging that he came back a different day, in character, to specifically speak with a particular student and the student’s class. The credit request was granted without hesitation. That’s going over and beyond any commitment to what you do, not just a job, but a purpose. He has also committed to assisting in any way we need him to help us address the issue. I know what he did was from the heart (and it is a Gigantic one).
Thanks,
Principle, Twellman Elementary.