This month is antibullying month.  I feel compelled to address this issue because it affects so many children today.  It all starts at the preschool level. As I observe children playing I can see the ones that are doing the pushing and the ones that are receiving it.  It is always  the same children.  As a teacher I encourage the child being bullied to stick for themselves by saying "No.  I had it first and not just give it to the bully.  I also tell the bully that he should not take things from other children.  It all starts in the sandbox.  Parents need to teach their children to repsect one another.  Children need to learn to appreciate the differences in people and understand that we are all not the same.  I encourage , you, as parents to set a good example by not stereotyping people.  Remeber your children are watching everything you do and you are their first teacher.  There should be no tolerance for bullying!!  When a child is forced to commit suicide becasue they can't take the bullying any longer there is something sadly wrong with our society.  Every child deserves to feel loved and respected.  Unitl next time...