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“The stories in this
book are about a reality that only the courageous will read. Truth
is hard, and breaking through denial and excuse is painful.
It is easier for adults to project trust rather than prepare for professional
ambivalence towards children in the system of public education. The
stories in this book are about children lost, when professional ambivalence
in public education compromised parents' efforts to keep their children
safe.”
Catherine A. Hogan, MSW,
LCSW (CT) - Former President, Connecticut Association of School Social
Workers
“On April 16, 2002, my son,
14-year-old Jon Gettle, left his home during the night, walked 200 yards
to his middle school and hung himself outside the 8th grade hallway. His
note said, "Bullying is a problem". These seven moms will never be
alone in their suffering. Cathy Gettle (NY) – Mother of
Jon Gettle
“I received the book on Friday
and read it cover to cover by 11:30 PM that night! Although
tears poured down my face, I felt the need to read on and on! After
reading the book, I realize I have so much more to learn about depression
and the signs to watch for. It also made me acutely aware of the
cunning behavior that bullies possess. Their parents portray the
undercurrent of pain and stress that these victims have had to endure in
a loving and compassionate manner! Since I work in an elementary
school, I experience the reporting and handling of bullying in its many
forms. A single, yet very important point I emphasize to staff and
students is that, if a student comes to us and reports an incident (to
an adult, as required and requested in our school policy); it is our profound
duty to address it with a serious and dedicated approach. I have
learned that by the time the information is reported, the bullying has
already reached a level that the student feels they cannot manage it on
their own. Education is the key.” Renee Hassebroek
(TX) Corinne's Aunt
"Hard hitting and straight forward,
Bullycide in America factually exemplifies a major problem in schools across
America. Be it physical, verbal, or psychological, bullying is real!
Moreover, authorities often insist it does not exist in their school, but
bullying does not discriminate. It is in all schools, all across America.
Bullying is responsible for student health problems, stress, depression,
fear, anxiety, humiliation, and poor grades. And yes, sadly, it is responsible
at times for teen suicide and school shootings. Bullycide in America reveals
the grief of parents and family members of victims of bullying because
the system failed them. This is a sad reality of contemporary life
in America, that bullying flourishes in our public school system.
The true reality is that it is there, in our public school systems, that
bullying must be addressed by everyone involved...teachers, parents, and
all those connected with the school.” Robert Jae Skye (VT)
- Author and Bullying Prevention Advocate
"Never have I been so impacted
by a book as I have been with Bullycide in America: Moms speak out
about the bullying/suicide connection. From the moment I received
the book, held it in my hands and read through the stories of dozens of
innocent children who died an untimely death, my life shifted forever.
With each story, tears rolled down my cheeks, as my heart weigh heavy.
I cannot begin to comprehend the loss a parent experiences when their child
chooses to end their life because they can no longer endure the pain of
being bullied. Once you read the stories from parents who lost their
children to bullying, you will you never be able to ignore this silent
epidemic. Bullycide in America will send ripples through the halls
of our schools, impact the conversations at the dinner table and leave
you ready to to take whatever action you can to stop the destructive chain
of the bullying/suicide connection in our youth. Bullycide in America
promises to change our culture forever. The images will never leave your
psyche and will forever stay etched in your mind and heart. You WILL be
moved to action" Kathleen Gage (OR) Professional Speaker,
Writer, Coach, Internet Marketing Consultant & Specialist
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“The
book, Bullycide in America, is written from the heart and soul and has
made me realize I am not the only person to endure this type of tragedy.
It is written by courageous Mothers speaking out about their sadness of
losing a child due to bullying. Their love, heartache, disappointment,
laughter, grief, and sadness are all portrayed by their words. Although
the content of this book may be difficult to read in print, it is a rude
awakening to see the number of children who are enduring the pain of bullying
daily. This book will serve to parents, teachers and children
in raising awareness of the effects of bullying no matter how big or small.
“ Deborah Michalenka (RI) In Loving Memory of Jeffrey
Michalenka, who died by bullycide, 6/6/90 – 6/13/06 (Age 16)
“… I am
now on page 100 into Kristina’s story. From what I have read so far,
it really takes the paint off the wall with me. Your book reminds me of
the way I was treated as a kid with name-calling, getting beat up for no
reason, kids taking advantage of me…teachers did not want to hear it and
some teachers said I deserved it.
I remember
reading about Benjamin Brewer, a 15-year-old Delaware student who threw
himself in front of a train in February 2004 because he had been bullied
for three years. Your Book is excellent and I hope it will make schools
more aware of what is going on.” Douglas Chapman (OH) Bullying
Survivor
“Bullycide
in America” is the penned words of Mothers about the vivacity of their
children and is truly heart melting. Along with these families sharing
their nightmare, it also gives truths about depression and how to stop
bullying in our schools. Today we can only read about the shadows left
behind of these vibrant youth’s journey as a messenger of destruction invaded
their innocent heart and left an adolescent fishing for love, comfort,
warmth, direction, security which finally defunct a memorable youth.
Much gratitude is given for this book, as it is the beginning of the awakening
of this Nations' bullying in schools. The landmark of bullying needs to
be removed as it makes no friendship with the understanding. Our
homes, our community, our schools, our states, and our Nation must step
into this mouth of corruption not to balance this shame, but to begin the
end of it.” Gregory D Anderson (TN)
“These
stories were heart wrenching and powerful and will leave an indelible impression
on everyone who reads them. They had considerable resonance for me since
I was relentlessly bullied myself as a child and have spent much of my
adulthood trying to recover from the experience. What I found most poignant
and haunting about the stories is that these were all children who had
parents who clearly loved them and tried hard to advocate for them and
protect them, but were unable to save them because of the indifference
of the school and legal authorities who declined to take action - they
saw bullying as a normal part of growing up.” Pat Whalen (NY)
“…Bullycide
in America brings out a very serious issue that needs to be address very
rigorously. Our children are our future, we need to protect them.”
Patricia
Toler (MD)
"Truly
amazing. Each story compels tears, anger, compassion, anxiety and hope
that by telling their stories these mothers have made their children live
again in each of us who read this book." Carter B. Myers
(TX) – Director of AnComm
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