Bully Busters Poster

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Bully Buster Poster: Be a Victor, Not a Victim!: A Visual Guide for Teachers & Counselors to Help Students Handle Bullying Situations

This Bully Buster poster is designed as a clear, easy-to-understand tool that educators, school counselors, and youth mentors can use to teach students the three levels of conflict resolution in a bullying situation.

Based on the 12 Ways to Walk Away Curriculum, this poster empowers young people with practical strategies to respond to bullying without violence while staying confident and in control.

Why This Poster Matters:

• Gives students a step-by-step guide on how to handle bullying safely.
• Encourages positive, nonviolent conflict resolution while maintaining confidence.
• Teaches when to handle the situation alone, when to seek peer support, and when to involve an authority figure.
• Empowers bystanders to step in and support victims of bullying.

3 Levels of Conflict Resolution in a Bullying Situation

MILD LEVEL (1) – Take Control of the Situation

When bullying starts, try handling it yourself with confidence and creativity. Stay calm and use clever, non-aggressive tactics to defuse the situation.

• Make Friends – Show kindness to turn an enemy into an ally.
• Use Humor – A light joke or unexpected response can take the bully by surprise.
• Be Clever – Use quick thinking or wit to outsmart the bully’s words.
• Walk Away – Show that their words don’t affect you; don’t engage.

Best for: Low-level teasing, name-calling, or social exclusion.

MEDIUM LEVEL (2) – Defuse the Conflict Without Confrontation

If the situation continues or escalates, try using logic and calm reasoning.

• Use Reason – Stay calm, don’t react emotionally, and speak confidently.
• Agree with the Bully – Say, “Maybe you’re right” to take away their power.
• Ignore the Threats – Show that their words don’t bother you.
• Refuse to Fight – Fighting only makes things worse; choose nonviolence.

Best for: Persistent teasing, rumors, or verbal threats

HOT LEVEL (3) – Take a Stand & Get Help

If the bullying becomes aggressive, persistent, or dangerous, you need to stand up and seek help.

• Stand Up for Yourself – Use strong, firm body language and a clear voice.
• Call an Authority – Seek help from a teacher, counselor, or trusted adult.
• Kiai/Yell – A loud verbal response can shock the bully and draw attention.
• Take a Stance – Set firm boundaries and don’t allow the bully to intimidate you.

Best for: Physical bullying, serious threats, or unsafe situations

Remember: Different situations call for different strategies. Know when to walk away, when to de-escalate, and when to stand strong and seek help.

Poster Features

• Bold, easy-to-read design with clear levels of conflict resolution.
• Visually engaging layout with action-based language to empower students.
• Can be displayed in classrooms, counseling offices, and hallways to encourage daily reminders of nonviolent conflict resolution.
• Great for classroom discussions on bullying prevention and social-emotional learning.