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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm an elementary music teacher. I had a girl who was really talented, but was constantly talking. After weeks of this, I overheard her standing up to someone making fun of her.  I heard what he said (it was an insult about her appearance). I began a discussion with the class about kindness, etc. and kids made me realize this girl had really been being bullied.   After some discussion, I told them that if I ever heard any of that kind  of talk in my room, or heard of it happening elsewhere, there would be consequences.  For the rest of the year, I made sure to build her up when I had a chance. She was overweight, and was not always dressed appropriately, which I think was how it started.  I let her teacher and counselor know as well.  She came to me the next class and thanked me for standing up for her.  It was hard not to cry.

Most of the teachers I know really would want to help if they were aware. Sometimes kids are afraid to tell.[/quote]

This is really wonderful.  You might have made a difference for her that will stay with her for the rest of her life.  I remember that once or twice teachers played a role in my life that way, and I never forgot them.  They were just brief moments, but I can still see their faces and I remember what they did - they had such an impact on me.  [/quote]

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