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Key Components of the CyberBully Hotline Program
The CyberBully Hotline from SchoolReach is a comprehensive anonymous bullying reporting solution.
The full program includes:
- A dedicated, local hotline number which routes messages direct to school officials - no short codes required and it's easy to use
- Online reporting and archiving of messages
- Two-way anonymous communication with reporters
- Reporting by voice and text message
- Attention getting Awareness Materials to encourage victims and bystanders to report
- One-stop bullying prevention Resource Center
Here's why your school or district should consider implementing the CyberBully Hotline:
Helps Uncover and Prevent Bullying: For students internalizing bullying, the CyberBully Hotline can create a path to help them come forward. In addition, promoting the program across the student body sends a powerful message to bullies that victims and witnesses can now provide information without publicly coming forward.
Meets State Law Requirements: Many states now mandate that public institutions implement an anti-bullying policy and stipulate that some form of anonymous reporting be available to students.
Complements Formal Bully Prevention Programs: Programs such as Olweus™, PBIS, and Steps to Respect® suggest development of a formalized bully behavior reporting and intervention process. These programs are comprehensive and are focused on improving the overall school climate as part of an anti-bullying effort. The CyberBully Hotline and our student-level and school-level awareness materials can work hand-in-hand with such programs to reinforce your anti-bullying efforts and increase awareness of reporting options.
