Is this a real thing? I ask myself...
I find myself asking this question as today I have learnt that after my poor 13 year old daughter who has been subjected to both verbal (suggestive, provocative language), and physical bullying through stroking and unwanted touching, for a prolonged period of time, has to have the boy in question back in the classroom with her. The boy in question has also, in my opinion been "let off" with one days suspension and the right to return to HER classroom. I am beside myself that in this day and age anyone can consider this accceptable. For goodness sake what does this teach the boy about acceptable behaviour around women. My DD is a quiet, unassuming child who hasn't yet discovered makeup or boys, so perhaps this has made her an easy target for this boy's unwanted attention, but when she does find the courage to speak out the actions of her school would appear to say "accept the apology, it's OK". Not sure of next steps, the police is certainly one but I do not feel this will do either child much good, particularly my DD. I feel the boy needs a professional referral but the school feel they can cope. No policy in place surrounding this type of bullying which is why I wonder if it is even recognised.
Anyway, had to get this off my chest as feel so let down, would do very sad "smiley" face, but not in the mood.