CONTEXT / SCHOOL
A student should
not face it alone.
Start with a trusted adult and a clear description of what happened. A student's immediate safety and sense of belonging come first.
STUDENT & FAMILY GUIDE
Make it easier
to be heard.
The best next step varies by age, school and safety concern.
Listen without interrogating
Let the student explain in their own words. Ask where they feel unsafe and who at school they trust.
Document the pattern
Write dates, places and witnesses; keep original messages if it happened online. Avoid circulating humiliating content.
Ask for a meeting
Contact the teacher, principal or counsellor through the school's process. Ask what steps will be taken and when there will be a follow up.
Escalate when needed
If the first response is inadequate, consult district policy or a student reporting route. For threats or urgent safety issues, use immediate local help.
BC RESOURCE
ERASE gives students another route to speak up.
British Columbia's ERASE resources explain school bullying and include a Report It tool for students. The official pages describe how reports are handled.
Open official ERASE resource ↗A HELPFUL QUESTION
“What would make tomorrow feel safer?”
That question can identify a concrete school day change while adults work on the longer response.