THE CONCEPT OF ‘POWER’ For this year's Anti-Bullying Week theme, Power for Good, we focus on the importance of using power responsibly. The definition of bullying involves a power imbalance, where one person uses their power to control or harm another. It’s essential to help students understand that where we may have power and/or influence, we have a choice and a responsibility to use that positively, encouraging kindness, support, and standing up for others. It’s important to teach students that power needs to be used carefully. Power should never be used to dominate, control, coerce or manipulate others. By equipping students with the skills to recognise power dynamics and encourage respect for each other's rights, we can foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong, are safe and valued.
We started off the week by asking students and staff to get involved in 'Odd Socks Day' and wear a pair of odd socks to school. We had an assembly on the Power of Good first thing and made a plan for the week ahead. All students will be involved in activities throughout the week.
