October is National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month – a time to raise awareness, promote kindness, and build more inclusive school communities. As some of the most visible and influential student leaders, cheerleaders are uniquely positioned to set the tone for positivity both on and off the sidelines.

Cheerleading Programs as Role Models

Cheerleading isn’t just about chants, stunts, and school spirit. It’s about leadership, teamwork, and setting an example. When cheerleaders embody respect, inclusivity, and encouragement, others take notice. They help shape the school culture by showing that everyone belongs.

How Cheerleaders Help Prevent Bullying

  • Promoting Inclusion: Cheerleading squads celebrate the entire school: every team, every grade, every student. By recognizing and supporting others, they help create a sense of belonging for all.
  • Modeling Respect: Whether in the stands or the hallway, cheerleaders have the power to lead with kindness, speak up against negativity, and treat everyone with dignity.
  • Building Confidence: Cheerleaders often organize or participate in school spirit events, pep rallies, or buddy programs that bring students together. By encouraging participation and celebrating others’ unique talents, they help peers feel seen, valued, and confident in who they are.

Leading With Spirit Every Day

Cheerleaders are more than just spirit leaders at games—they can be spirit leaders in everyday life. This month, let’s recognize the power of cheerleading programs to uplift others, champion kindness, and help create a school where bullying has no place.

💙 Let’s cheer for a culture of respect, inclusion, and leadership—all year long. 🧡

Be Part of the Change!

Cheer Check-in Challenge

In addition to learning how you can be a positive force throughout the year, we want you to be sure to “check-in”; on your friends, your fellow students, your teachers and coaches, and yourself! We’ll be sharing strategies throughout the month to help you reach out with kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

Important Links

Important Dates

10/6 – World Day of Bullying Prevention™
An initiative of STOMP Out Bullying™
Wear Blue! #BlueUp

https://www.stompoutbullying.org/world-day-bullying-prevention

10/22 – Unity Day
Wear and Share Orange! #UnityEveryDay
https://www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/unity-day.asp