Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Taking a Stand!

Fort Worth ISD fourth grader, Deisy, says she was in first grade the first time she was bullied.  She was not sure how to handle the situation, but she knew that bullying is something she never wants anyone else to experience.  To get her message across, Deisy entered the “Imagine No Violence Art Competition” sponsored by the Safe City Commission in collaboration with the Fort Worth Independent School District. Deisy is 1 of about 20,000 students who participate in this contest annually.

The poster Deisy created shows a young person who was getting bullied at school and later reported it to a parent.  Deisy says it is important for those who are getting bullied to report the problem to a principal, teacher or an adult as soon as possible.  “It will help you”, she explains. 

Girls Inc. would like to wish Deisy the best of luck in this art competition.  We are proud of you for speaking out about this very important issue.  You are a strong, smart and bold young lady! 

To learn more about how to stop bullying please visit www.stopbullying.gov

1 comment:

  1. I think that it is great that Deisy is aware of this issue at such a young age. It is a real problem that causes a lot of stress in the lives of our youth. Speaking up and speaking out are great ways to get the support that we need to make it stop. Good job Deisy!

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