Conference Description

Introducing the latest international research on student (k-12) bullying and school violence, the 'Standing Up To Bullying' conference, a powerful 3-hour research-based conference, is designed to empower and equip school administrators, educators, social workers, counselors, and psychologists with skills and tools designed to recognize, minimize or eradicate child bullying and school violence.  Participants will learn:

• The latest international research on child bullying and school violence
• The causes of youth aggression and misbehavior
• The characteristics of bullies and their victims
• The psychology of bullying
• Potential outcomes of bullying
• Warning signs of youth emotional problems, suicide, and homicide
• How to empower victims of bullying
• Bullying and school violence prevention strategies
• Non-physical de-escalation techniques
• Self-defense techniques   

Location  

Date: Thursday, June 2nd, 2011
Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm (Pacific Time) 
Venue: Quality Inn Ontario Airport
Address: 514 North Vineyard Avenue, Ontario, CA, US 91764 
RSVP date: Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Gifts for Attending  

As our gift for attending, participants will receive a free copy of our 'Standing Up To Bullying' Computer  and Card game. This game, designed to teach school-age children anti-bullying skills, can be played in classrooms, homes, and therapy settings.

Participants will also receive a free copy of our Power of Thoughts E-book (several printable worksheets for k-12 students empowering them to change their behavior by changing the way they think).

And finally, participants will be able to stay up to date with all the latest international research on youth bullying and school violence as they will receive a copy of the research articles cited in the presentation along with a copy of the slide presentation which are both updated regularly.

About the Presenter 

The presenter is Mark Lakewood, CEO of Building Strong Families National Seminars,  a distinguished bullying prevention expert, author, and speaker with over 20 years of clinical experience as a mental health therapist. Prior to beginning his own private practice, Mr. Lakewood was employed at medical/psychiatric hospitals, clinics, and a family preservation agency. He has an extensive history providing therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. Mr. Lakewood also provided clinical and consultation services to numerous school administrators, educators, and students on issues of bullying and behavior management.  

Conference Fee

The cost to attend this 3-hour conference is $35.00 per participant. All major credit/debit cards and personal/business checks are accepted.  School purchase orders are also accepted.

***For a limited time, school districts who pre-register 15 or more participants will receive a 14% discount equivalent to $30.00 per participant.

Seating is limited so please pre-register early by visiting us at 

 http://www.StandingUpToBullyingConference.com!