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Bierbaum Students Take A Stand Against Bullies

Fourth-graders at the school hosted a "Black Out Bullying Day."

A team of fourth-graders hosted an anti-bullying themed day on Friday. 

The "Black Out Bullying Day" included black attire and a video, both organized by the students. 

“I am so proud of Team Bierbaum, especially the fourth-graders who came forward with this idea!” said Bierbaum Principal Dr. Kristy Roberts in a district release. “They really took responsibility and leadership to help us stop bullying at Bierbaum.”

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Students took a pledge to stand up against bullying and created a mural in the cafeteria. Teachers incorporated anti-bullying lessons during class.

The fourth-graders who organized the day are also planning a weeklong anti-bullying program for the fall.  

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