How Resonance School builds a safe campus environment

Today, students spend a lot of time online and offline, so it is important that schools, teachers, and parents understand that there are many incidents on bullying, cyberbullying and learn how to prevent incidents with discipline & digital safety. At Resonance School, we believe every child should feel safe, supported, and respected, whether they are inside the classroom, on the playground, or using the internet. Here's how we work together to create a positive, secure environment for all our students.

1. Teaching Students About Cyberbullying

Awareness is the first step. Our teachers explain: What cyberbullying looks like on social media, apps and online games, common signs: hurtful messages, fake accounts, rumours or online threats, What to do and what ‘not’ to do if they face such situations. Children can protect themselves better if they understand the problem.

2. Creating a Safe Space to Report Problems

We encourage them to speak their minds without fear. We guide them to: Keep their privacy settings strong, never share passwords, not respond or react to abusive messages, tell a teacher or other trusted adult immediately and contact authorities if they ever feel unsafe. We ensure students know that ‘reporting is brave’ and nothing to be afraid or ashamed about.

3. Keeping Proper Records

Students are taught to save screenshots, texts, or any kind of evidence in case something disturbing occurs online. This helps teachers and parents to understand the entire situation and take the necessary steps to help them.

4. Emotional Support Matters

Our teachers are always there, reminding students: It is not their fault. We ensure that the student feels emotionally and mentally supported. For this, the teachers are also given training and guidance on how to support the students. 

5. Serious Response to Any Abuse

Whenever a student reports bullying or abuse, online or offline, we follow these important steps: Take all complaints seriously, listen and ask questions, without offending, do not pull the child out of class unnecessarily, do not discuss the issue with unrelated staff, inform parents and authorities if needed, offer additional support, such as extra time to complete homework or tests, if the child is having difficulty. We also know that even minor incidents could be traumatic, which is why we treat each report with sensitivity.

6. A Community Effort It is not a one-person job to create a safe school. It needs: Students, Teachers, School administration and parents. Together, we make simple and straightforward rules that apply to everyone. Each and every person is accountable, including teachers & staff, to follow all the protocols. 

Through such teamwork, we maintain strong, powerful safety policies. At Resonance School, we have one straightforward goal: No child should ever feel scared to come to school or go online. We make sure, through awareness, strict rules, emotional support, and a caring community, that each of our students grows in a safe, happy, and supportive atmosphere.

FAQ: 

1. What follow-up support is provided?  

A: A dedicated school counsellor meets with both the student and the aggressor after the incident to monitor their well-being and progress toward reconciliation.  

2. What specific filtering monitoring tools are implemented in Resonance?  

A. CCTV cameras are present at every corner of the campus for continuous surveillance.  

3. What should a student do if they experience bullying or cyberbullying?  

A. Students are encouraged to report incidents immediately to a teacher or trusted adult, save evidence, and keep strong privacy settings online.