Benefits of Parent and Youth Engagement

Research shows that school administrators, such as principals, can play a powerful role in bullying prevention. They can inspire others and maintain a climate of respect and inclusion. But a principal cannot do it alone. When parents and youth are involved in the solutions:

• Students feel safer and can focus on learning.

• Parents worry less.

• Teachers and staff can focus on their work.

• Schools can develop more responsive solutions because students are more likely to see or hear about bullying than adults.

• School climate improves because students are engaged in taking action to stop bullying.

Parents can support schools’ messages about bullying at home.