The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program is a systems-wide approach designed to prevent and reduce bullying throughout the school setting. The multi-component approach involves individuals, classrooms, entire schools, as well as parents and communities, to successfully address bullying in schools.

Statistics show how successful implementation of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program can reduce school bullying. Outcomes have included:

• Fifty percent or more reductions in student reports of being bullied and bullying others. Peer and teacher ratings of bullying problems have yielded similar results.

• Significant reductions in student reports of general antisocial behavior such as school bullying, vandalism, school violence, fighting, theft, and truancy.

• Significant improvements in the classroom social climate as reflected in students' reports of improved order and discipline, more positive social relationships, and more positive attitudes toward schoolwork and school.

• Greater support for students who are bullied, and stronger, more effective interventions for students who bully.

Donna Dickman, PVFF Executive Director, is a Certified Olweus Trainer and is the Coordinator of Trainers for the State of Ohio. For more information on the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, contact Donna at ddickman@pvff.org or call 419-549-8530.

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