Bullying is an age-old school problem that, left unchecked, can lead to violence.
Reducing class size is probably the single most helpful anti-bullying strategy. Two resources for additional information are also listed. Everybody knows it happens and, depending on which grade you're talking about and which survey you use, anywhere from 8 to 25 percent of students say they are victimized by bullies at school. For many teachers, the answer lies in smaller classes, more supportive parents and a school climate that encourages staff and students to care about each other. Another key element is zero tolerance for bullying.