Respect for All
At PS 87 every student deserves to feel safe, respected, and included. Learn how our school works to prevent bullying, harassment, and discrimination and how families can help create a positive learning environment for all.
Building a Safe, Supportive & Inclusive School Community
Concerned about bullying or harassment?
If you believe you child is experiencing bullying, harrasment, or discrimination, please report the incident immediately.
Additional NYC Public School Resources
File a complaint online
Anti-Hate Hotline
718-935-2889
P311 Bullying Support Line
718-935-2288
Understanding Bullying
It is important to understand what bullying is, how it's different than conflict, and how it can occur online.
What is Bullying?
Bullying is when someone is being hurt either by words or actions on purpose, feels bad because of it, and has a hard time stopping what is happening to them. It may be a single incident or a series of repeated incidents. Bullying can happen anywhere—in your neighborhood, while going to school, at school, and online on social media.
Conflict not Bullying
Conflict is a normal part of life that occurs when people have different goals, needs, or opinions. Unlike bullying, conflicts can often be resolved through communication and problem-solving. However, mediation and conflict resolution are not appropriate interventions for bullying or intimidation.
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying through electronically transmitted communications (e.g., via technology including, but not limited to, the internet, cell phones, email, social media, texting, apps, chat rooms, and gaming systems).
Signs to Look For
Is Your Child Experiencing Bullying?
The following signs might indicate that your child id being bullied. These changes don't necessarily mean bullying is occuring, but they can be a signal that your child needs additional support.
Changes in school attendance or academic performance
No longer aprticipating in or showing interest in activities they previously enjoyed
Changes in behavior, withdrawl, or isolation
Appearing anxious, stressed, or distracted
Expressing concerns about their safety
What Happens After a Report?
Report Submitted
A bullying or harassment concern is reported to the school.
Investigation
School staff investigate the reported concern.
Determination
The school reviews the evidence and determines whether bullying occurred.
Follow-up
Families are notified of the outcome and next steps.