Youth Leadership group speaks out about bullying

Students from the Vestavia Hills High School Youth Leadership program were invited to Liberty Park Middle School by counselor, Stephanie Holcomb. The group spoke to the sixth grade students and shared personal stories where they had experienced bullying, stood up for others being bullied or they bullied someone else. They also discussed the importance of being careful with what is said on social media accounts.  The 6th grade students participated in role plays to demonstrate how to be an ally when they see someone being bullied. They learned how to step in when they witness a bullying situation by sticking up for the student or changing the subject so that the bully is being redirected to something else.

The students selected to the VHHS Youth Leadership Group applied at the end of their freshman year and received two teacher recommendations.  Those selected attended a summer workshop where they participated in team building and anti-bullying activities.

The VHHS Youth Leadership Group’s goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of others.