Madison Police Want Children To Step Up To Stop Bullying

MADISON, NJ - With school in session, the Madison NJ PBA 92 are asking that kids look out for one another as the new academic year begins.

"If you see someone who struggling to make friends or is being bullied because he/she doesn’t have many friends or because they are shy or not as pretty or not dressed in the most 'in' clothes, please stand up," the Madison NJ PBA 92 posted to social media.

Police asked that students say hi or smile at those who may need it in the hallway.

"You never know what that person may be facing outside of school," the post said. "Your kindness might just make a big difference in someone’s life."

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