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Bullying is pervasive, severe, and persistent, and it is affecting the lives of our teenagers.
Chris and Karlie are joined by Fort Worth ISD’s Director of Guidance and Counseling, Kathryn Everest, and several students to talk about bullying. Listen as they share stories, hurt and ways to create a better environment on school campuses. We don’t need to panic about bullying, but we also can’t keep quiet or ignore it. Find out how you can help combat bullying!
In this episode, you’ll find out…
- What the definition of bullying is and what it looks like.
- How social media has affected bullying.
- Real stories of how bullying has affected teenagers.
- Some things parents can do to help teens with bullying.
- How the school can help students who are being bullied.
- Ways students are working to change the climate on their school campuses.
Ask yourself…
- Am I being aware of the needs and hurts of this student?
- How can I create a climate of respect and safety among students?
Go ask a teen…
- Is everything okay? What’s going on?
- How has that person or those words hurt you? What can we do to help?
Resources:
- United Voices 4 Change
- Website: dontpanicpodcast.org
- Music: Under the Chandeliers
Karlie Duke
Communications Director
Chris Robey
Former CEO
Kathryn Everest
Special Guest
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Kathryn Everest | Special Guest
Kathryn Everest is in her 22nd year as Director of Guidance and Counseling for the Fort Worth Independent School District. Kathryn is recognized for her innovative and comprehensive implementation of crisis response in schools and communities. Everest is one of the best in her field as Kathryn’s wide range of experiences, coupled with her own unique perspective and insight intuitively and strategically addresses today’s ever-changing issues as an advocate for students.
Karlie Duke | Director of Communications
Karlie has always had a heart for teenagers. Through her role at Teen Life, she loves to showcase the amazing stories coming out of Support Groups, but she is especially passionate about helping adults and teenagers find connection. Karlie has a BS in Communications with a minor in Family Studies from Abilene Christian University.
Chris Robey | Former CEO
Chris has spent most of his career empowering teenagers from all backgrounds. As the former leader of Teen Life, he is passionate about helping students make good choices while also giving adults the tools they need to communicate more effectively with teens. Chris is a graduate of Midwestern State University and holds a Master’s Degree in Family Life Education from Lubbock Christian University.