Boo2Bullying

Since 2011, B2B has given kids (ages 5-18) the tools to foster a healthy self-image, stand against bullying, & use their voice to create safe & diverse communities that combat bullying & suicide. Our free programs create a “safe space” for candid dialogue among students. B2B 's adult & peer student presenters share personal “bullying stories” in school assemblies, video content & social media platforms, & at community outreach events. Pre- COVID, in 2019, we served 14,200 students in school assemblies. Unfortunately, over the past 2 years, Coachella Valley school administrators, teachers & counselors have scheduled very few B2B programs because they are focused on educational deficits stemming from COVID closures & online learning, on contentious school board & parent issues, on funding pressures, & on the high turnover & increased workload/stress on teachers.

We & other experts believe strongly that the mental health & social-emotional well-being of students should not be compromised due to competing pressures on school administrators. In order to reach more kids during the 2023-24 school year, we’ve been advised to reapproach PSUSD, CVUSD, DSUSD & private school educators with written materials that articulate the pedagogical approach & educational justification and benefit of each B2B program offering--& that summarize concepts/learning outcomes, teaching strategies/lesson plans, needed materials/classroom resources, & assessment pieces for students to complete.

Contact: Dimitri Halkidis

Email: dimitrihalkidis@boo2bullying.org

Website: www.boo2bullying.org

Phone: 442-290-8154

We’re excited about this opportunity to create a B2B Dog Mascot and related animated characters that will appeal to elementary school age children in today’s modern world where fast-paced animation captures their attention. The mascot will become the face and brand for new B2B videos and social media messaging. Our goal in subsequent years is to collaborate with commercial or nonprofit partners on an animated TV cartoon series and potential ventures involving the B2B mascot and logo on apparel and toys.STANDING UP AGAINST BULLYING. This new format and educational content will complement our C.A.P.E. Nation program and B2B’s greatly expanded social media outreach made possible by ACF during the past twelve months and COVID-19 pandemic. The pilot episodes will live on our website and social media platforms and be available free-of-charge for virtual and in-school assembly programs and the general public.B2B has built an amazing network of Ambassadors in the entertainment industry who lend their reputation and voices to our cause via social media and active participation in our school assembly programs. This new project concept has already captured their imagination and hearts; they are ready to assist with their talents and industry connections.

Address: Boo2Bullying, Inc.

PO Box 228 Palm Springs, CA 92263
Phone: 442 290 8154

Email: info@boo2bullying.org
Website: www.boo2bullying.org

Our new education initiative, C.A.P.E. Nation for K-3 students, is designed to prevent bullying at an early age and to teach kids to be kind and compassionate to their peers. Based on the four principles of COURAGE, APPRECIATION, PERSONAL Health and EDUCATION, the program curriculum and video incorporate practices like meditation, mindfulness, gratitude, exercise and education. Our goal is to present C.A.P.E. Nation to 20,000 youth in CV schools and community organizations—and also make it available online to elementary teachers, parents and students across the county.

C.A.P.E. Nation gives kids tangible tools to be the best they can be—to be their own SUPERHERO. The program mantra is "Anyone can be a Superhero because this is our world to save, to change, to make a better place—and it starts with YOU!" If we can instill these positive morals and practices in a child's developmental years, there will be significantly less bullying in school, and students will be motivated to adopt the core values of being a good citizen. The curriculum, videos, and enthusiastic teenage program presenters will enhance every child's self-image and especially resonate with those who feel "different," lonely and alienated.