Milton school raising awareness about cyberbullying

A Milton school is raising awareness about cyberbullying and reminding the community about the mental health support and resources that are available to those who may be struggling.

Over the month of March, Milton District High School, located at 396 Williams Ave., has been issuing various tips online about ways that students can get help.

“We know that arguing or engaging with the bully can make things worse. End the interaction safely, block the person, record and report the incident and get the help you need to recover from the incident,” said Milton District High School on Twitter.

We know that arguing or engaging with the bully can make things worse.
End the interaction safely, block the person, record and report the incident, and get the help you need to recover from the incident.
Here’s How You Can Get Help at MDHS: https://t.co/BFEY1Qb7tH pic.twitter.com/NaG9LLbXMg

— Milton District High (@MDHighSchool) March 23, 2022

Milton District High School has also put together a Google Drive folder that contains resources and tips for students who may be struggling with a bully. The tips are meant to help students navigate and diffuse the situation while encouraging them to seek help.

Cyberbullies often start their taunts as jokes and then try to justify their harm by claiming that the target is just sensitive…but we know it’s not a laughing matter. Check out these TIPS (https://t.co/otObGpMyBL) to turn a negative situation into a positive one.

— Milton District High (@MDHighSchool) March 21, 2022

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The Halton District School Board’s (HDSB) website also contains information and resources for members of the community who may be struggling with bullying.

“A positive and inclusive school environment is essential for student success. Staff, students, parents and community have a part to play in making our schools safe,” reads the HDSB’s website.

For more information and for additional resources, click here.