This module delves into the definition of bullying, distinguishing it from other forms of negative behavior. It clarifies common misconceptions, helping participants understand the specific characteristics that constitute bullying and those that do not.

In this module, Dr. Cerullo explores the factors that can predict the likelihood of bullying occurring within a school, as well as the protective factors that can mitigate its effects. This module provides insight into the environmental, social, and psychological variables that contribute to bullying and how these can be addressed.

This module offers practical strategies for intervening in bullying situations within schools. It includes techniques for immediate response as well as long-term interventions that aim to change the school culture and reduce bullying behavior over time.

Here, participants learn about group-based and individualized interventions and an overview of relevant federal laws about bullying. This module ensures that participants are equipped to intervene effectively and understand the legal frameworks that govern bullying prevention and response.

This module focuses on the increasingly prevalent issues of cyberbullying, harassment, and intimidation, providing strategies for recognizing, preventing, and addressing these forms of bullying, which often extend beyond the school environment and into the digital realm.

The final module provides a wealth of resources and real-life case studies, allowing participants to apply the knowledge gained throughout the program to real-world scenarios. This module reinforces learning and helps translate theory into practice.

The first part of the program you will learn how to:
 Creating a strong culture and climate focus on safety and inclusion by:
 Reinforcing positive behavior by complimenting the strengths and individual contributions of all team members to help them feel valued.
 Establishing clear agreements, rituals, reward systems, and norms.
 Learning how a Seat to Understand is used.
 Working to implement restorative practices as an alternative approach to discipline, which allows team members to gain a better understanding of how their actions impacted others; and
 Making a space for team members to share and seek support.
 Develop a consistent and clear line of communication.
 Create a welcoming environment for team members.
 Harassment and Intimidation Behavior

In the second part of the program, you will learn how to:
 Create a shared learning environment that can empower, develop community, and increase motivation of all team members.
 Include words of encouragement and affirmation.
 As leaders, learn how to involve team members in decision making processes that will have a positive impact on team member success while encouraging feedback
 As leaders, do you create opportunities to elevate the voices, cultures, experiences, and passions of your team members??
 How to make changes based on employee feedback.

 Define diversity, equity, and Inclusion.
 Understand what unconscious biases are.
 Learn methods to create a DEIB culture.
 Identify ways to encourage DEIB and discourage discrimination.
 Gain an understanding of the benefits of DEIB in business.
 Learn strategies to develop, evaluate, and maintain an effective DEIB program.
 Know how to effectively create and support a workplace of allies that foster belonging.
 Learn how to identify microaggressions and keep them out of the workplace.
 Understand the proper way to respond to complaints and reach a resolution.