I care because I was once a child that felt like I just didn't fit in even though I always had a lot of friends.  It's much deeper than the number of friends you have.  When I grew up I equated happiness and doing well with designer shoes nice clothes,money and a wealth of personal belongings. Everyone didn't have the same privilege. It wasn't until I was a young adult that I discovered how special I was and having all those "things" doesn't make me a good person. I had mentors, friends, family and awesome teachers who help me grow and increase my self- esteem. Now as an adult I realize how important it is to get my students to discover the gifted and good person they are and that it has nothing to do with what they own.

Marsha, 51, Jeannette, PA

I have been dealing with bullying my whole life since kindergarten I am soon turning 16 and for the last two years, it has been getting really bad where I have other students telling me to go die and I get pushed into walls, lockers, and occasionally down stairs. I have been cornered in the bathroom and had several girls bash my head into the cement wall until I was unconscious. I have told school authorities, emailed, and called about it. For anyone going through some similar situation You are not alone and being bullied has nothing to do with you... please stay strong you are needed 

Bre, 15, North Dakota