It's anonymous, but it may hold the key to
cyberbullying across New York State and beyond.
Hudson Valley kids in grades 3 through 12 have the chance to answer an anonymous census about their experiences with bullying. This
12-question survey is designed to guage student attitudes and experiences with cyberbullying.
The census, found at
nycyberbullycensus.com, is scheduled to remain active throughout the rest of the year.
The census includes statements the child can click-on if it agrees with their definition of "cybullying," and also asks for what law
they would suggest.
The final question lets kids write in what they'd like grownups to know about cyberbullying.
In January, the information will become part of the legislative discussions i Albany for 2012.
Right now, according to the
National Crime Prevention Council, more than 43 percent of teens said they were cyberbullying victims.
Clues that your child is being bullied from child behavior expert, Dr. Paul Schwartz.