November marked Bullying Awareness and Prevention Month, and the Superior North Catholic District School Board is proud to highlight the incredible efforts of our students and staff in fostering positive, compassionate, and inclusive school environments.
Throughout Bullying Awareness Week, schools across our board engaged in meaningful activities to promote kindness, emotional well-being, and strategies to prevent bullying, showcasing the leadership and creativity of our school communities.
Raising Awareness at St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School Student Mental Health and Well-Being Committee hosted an engaging assembly to raise awareness about bullying. Students explored the difference between bullying and teasing, identified different types of bullying, and learned actionable steps to take if they or someone they know is being bullied.
Father Hugo joined the assembly to share personal reflections and stories, delivering an inspiring message to students about the importance of kindness and living according to the Catholic Virtues. Students were encouraged to create posters promoting bullying awareness as part of the initiative. Each submission was entered into a prize draw, with Cruz from Grade 5 taking home the fun prize for their creative contribution.
Kindness Catchers at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School
During Bullying Awareness Week, the Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School Student Mental Health and Well-Being Committee took on the role of Kindness Catchers. Their mission was to "catch" acts of kindness throughout the school by handing out tickets to students who went out of their way to be kind to others. Students wrote their names on the tickets and added them to a beautiful Kindness Tree displayed in the hallway.
Additionally, students created posters about bullying awareness, with each submission entered into a prize draw. Raymond from Grade 6 was the lucky winner, recognized for his creative effort.
Bullying Prevention Activities at Holy Saviour School
Thanks to the Student Mental Health and Leadership Committee, along with Ms. Lauren and Ms. Nicole, Holy Saviour School hosted various activities during Bullying Awareness Week.
On Monday, student leaders presented a Bully Prevention Presentation, followed by a lively dance session involving students and staff. Midweek, students watched a school movie featuring intentional learning questions designed to deepen their understanding of bullying. The week concluded with the drawing of prizes for the Bully Prevention Poster Contest. Congratulations to the winners, and a special thank you to Ms. Lauren for her efforts in making these activities possible!
Empowering Students at Holy Angels School
Holy Angels School joined the efforts to promote bullying awareness and prevention with an assembly hosted by the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Team. Students discussed bullying, teasing, and conflict, learning how to work together to create a supportive and inclusive environment.
As part of the initiative, classrooms were challenged to decorate their doors to raise awareness and share creative messages on how to fight against bullying. The vibrant and thoughtful door decorations highlighted the school’s commitment to promoting kindness and standing up against bullying.
Promoting Kindness at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
At Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, the Student Mental Health and Leadership Committee, with support from Ms. Nicole, organized several meaningful activities for Bullying Awareness Week.
The week began with student leaders presenting a Bully Prevention Slideshow to the entire school, explaining the planned activities. A "Kindness Jar" initiative allowed students to nominate peers for good deeds they witnessed, with nominated names entered into a draw on Friday. The school also enjoyed a movie day featuring Inside Out 2, followed by a Student Family activity that encouraged reflection on emotional awareness and bullying.
A Collective Effort for Positive Change
These activities reflect our school board’s commitment to promoting mental health and well-being while encouraging students to take an active role in building compassionate school communities. Through events like these, we continue to strengthen our dedication to supporting the holistic growth of our students and fostering environments where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.
