SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Expectations for today’s lesson:1.) Respect each other’s ideas2.) Do not talk out of turn3.) You only need a pencil and your

“I WILL…” pledge on your desk4.) When you hear the bell, stop

what you’re doing and look forward

OPENING ACTIVITY

This is a silent activity – so no talking…starting now!

If you agree – walk to the right side of the room

If you disagree – walk to the left side of the classroom

WHAT DID WE LEARN?

Almost everyone has a cell phone or access to a computer

As we use technology more and more in our lives – it is our responsibility to be respectful and responsible when we communicate with others

Despite this fact – most ALL of us have either been harassed or know another person who has been harassed in person, online, or over text messages.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Sexual Harassment Means…

“unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexually motivated physical contact, or other verbal or physical conduct or communication of a sexual nature between two or more individuals”

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

Sexting Making Sexual Gestures Making Sexual or Dirty Jokes Making fun of another person’s perceived

or actual sexual orientation or gender Spreading sexual rumors Staring at or making comments about

someone’s body parts Touching someone inappropriately

TURN AND TALK

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE EXAMPLES YOU SAW IN THE VIDEO?

WHAT’S OK – AND WHAT’S NOT?!

Sexual Harassment

Feels BadOne Sided

Is EmbarrassingPower Based

UnwantedAngry/Sad

Negative Self EsteemILLEGAL

Flirting Feels Good

Reciprocal – both people want it

Is a ComplimentIn ControlWanted

FlatteringHappy

Positive Self EsteemLEGAL

CYBER-BULLYING

Cyber-Bullying – You Can’t Take It Back Cyber-Bullying – Broken Friendship

Turn & Talk1.) Why are these two video’s considered sexual

harassment?2.) How did the internet play a part in the

harassment?3.) Why do you think it is easier to harass

someone online?

SEXUAL HARASSMENT – HOW CAN YOU STOP IT?

If you feel uncomfortable about something someone has said – Don’t Ignore it – IT’S NOT OKAY!!

Sexual Harassment is in the Eye of The Beholder – the victim is always right

Tell the harasser to STOP Tell someone else, like a

friend or parent Keep a diary or log of any

incidents that occur Write a complaint letter to

an adult Go to a school authority –

like a teacher, principal, or counselor

Contact outside help – like teen line, a relative, or the police

WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF HARASSING ANOTHER STUDENT?

Sexual Harassment is ILLEGAL and it

will NOT be tolerated at

Highland Middle School

Call Home Detention In-House Suspension Expulsion Call the Police

ROLE PLAYS

On the top corner of your Sexual Harassment Handout you will find your group number.

With your group – you will have 5 minutes to decide on jobs, read your scenario, and come up with a skit to perform.

JOBS:*recorder – 1 person*actors – unlimited*reader – 1 person

SKIT ORDER

First - 1 2 3 4 5 6 7Last - 8

SKITS

Expectations:

1.) Respect each other’s ideas2.) Do not talk out of turn3.) Pay Attention (Hint: The skits will give

you answers on your homework sheet)

SKIT QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER

1. Is this an example of Sexual Harassment?

2. Why or Why Not?3. Who is the Harasser?4. Who is the Victim?5. How can we get the

harassment to STOP?

WHAT WILL HIGHLAND STUDENTS DO TO STOP BULLYING & HARASSMENT?

Homework:1.) Complete the Sexual Harassment homework handout –

due tomorrow2.) Make sure I have collected your “I WILL…” pledge