National Bullying Prevention Month

PLANET FITNESS RAISES MORE THAN $500,000 DURING OCTOBER FUNDRAISER BENEFITTING BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

HAMPTON, N.H., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announced today the Company, franchisees and members have contributed more than $8 million since 2016 in support of nonprofit partner Boys & Girls Clubs of America, with $500,000 raised just this October. This fundraising effort is made possible through Planet Fitness' philanthropic initiative, The Judgement Free Generation®, which aims to prevent bullying and promote kindness among youth.

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  • This year, Planet Fitness also donated 100 percent of proceeds from sales of its 'You Belong' t-shirt .
  • "We sincerely appreciate Planet Fitness' continued support and longstanding partnership," said Boys & Girls Clubs of America President and CEO Jim Clark.
  • For 160 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America ( BGCA.org ) has provided a safe place for kids and teens to learn and grow.
  • Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of America on Facebook and Twitter .

Trace Austin, Recording Artist/Actor, Grandson of Otis Williams from The Temptations Releases New Single "My Story"

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Monday, November 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trace Austin, the grandson of the Temptations' legendary Otis Williams, has released a new single, "My Story," which was written by Trace Austin and produced by Byron Dorris, AKA Scotty.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trace Austin, the grandson of the Temptations' legendary Otis Williams, has released a new single, "My Story," which was written by Trace Austin and produced by Byron Dorris, AKA Scotty.
  • Trace was inspired to write "My Story" after feeling compelled to finally share his story of being a victim of bullying for many years.
  • Trace was bullied, suffered multiple injuries, was home-schooled, and had a school system that failed him.
  • Trace is currently traveling the country doing media interviews with his grandfather, Otis Williams of the Temptations.

Empathy-Focused SEL Curricula Crucial in Light of New Research, Says Hope Rising

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

As recent research shows significant connections between cognitive empathy and a lower risk of cyberbullying, leading SEL curriculum developer Hope Rising highlights the importance of evidence-based SEL for safer, more inclusive schools

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  • Empathy-Focused SEL Curricula Crucial In Light Of New Research, Says Hope Rising
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    The leading curriculum developer cites a new study published in the International Journal of Bullying Prevention, which shows that higher cognitive empathy is a predictor of lower levels of cyberbullying among late-elementary children.
  • "The latest research shows why empathy is crucial for the healthy development of our children - and SEL can play a pivotal role in promoting cognitive empathy in students of all ages."
  • A key goal for all SEL curricula developed by Hope Rising, empathy helps children communicate more effectively, form new, meaningful relationships, and ultimately become better members of their communities, explains the company.
  • The company's educational resources are backed by continuous research across a variety of psycho-social development factors.

Holiday Hill Farm Expands Spookley the Square Pumpkin Video, Music Streaming Distribution

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

WILTON, Conn., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Halloween is for everyone! Holiday Hill Farm – home of beloved holiday icon Spookley the Square Pumpkin (http://www.spookley.com) – today announced a major expansion in distribution for its animated music videos and live-action shorts, as well as the memorable music featured across all of its content. Just in time for Halloween, Spookley fans will be able to enjoy more Spookley videos and songs on more platforms than ever before.

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  • Holiday Hill Farm home of beloved holiday icon Spookley the Square Pumpkin ( http://www.spookley.com ) today announced a major expansion in distribution for its animated music videos and live-action shorts, as well as the memorable music featured across all of its content.
  • "This expansion is a great opportunity to introduce Spookley and his Holiday Hill Farm friends to a broader global audience of children and families who are increasingly tuning into these kid-friendly streaming platforms," says Aaron Burakoff, head of distribution at Holiday Hill Enterprises, LLC.
  • For even more entertainment and family fun, thirty one songs from four Spookley albums including "Halloween Songs," "Spookley the Square Pumpkin: The Musical," "Everyday is a Holiday," and "Spookley and the Christmas Kittens" are available now on more than 35 music streaming services including Apple Music, Spotify and Amazon Music.
  • Troiano is the award-winning author, script writer, lyricist, and producer behind all of the Spookley the Square Pumpkin and Holiday Hill Farm books, movies, songs and stage shows.

The CW Network Launches “Dare to Love, Defy Hate” With Song From Music Icon Stevie Wonder and New Mental Health Initiative Following United States Surgeon General Advisory on Youth Mental Health Crisis

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Monday, October 10, 2022

The CW Network is honored to partner with the United States Surgeon General to launch this incredibly important national conversation and movement around youth mental health, said Dennis Miller, President, The CW Network.

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  • The CW Network is honored to partner with the United States Surgeon General to launch this incredibly important national conversation and movement around youth mental health, said Dennis Miller, President, The CW Network.
  • We are also tremendously grateful to the legendary Stevie Wonder for the use of his song in this initiative.
  • Additional public service announcements addressing other areas of mental health will debut in the coming weeks as a part of the ongoing initiative.
  • It is clear that this was a crisis before the pandemic began, but COVID-19 added to the pre-existing challenges that Americas youth face.

Breezeline Puts Focus on Cyber Bullying Prevention With Resources for Schools, Students and Parents

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

In partnership with PACER s National Bullying Prevention Center, tip sheets were created and distributed to parents, elementary school students and older students.

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  • In partnership with PACER s National Bullying Prevention Center, tip sheets were created and distributed to parents, elementary school students and older students.
  • Tips for students include online safety, what to do if the student is being cyberbullied and how to tell an adult.
  • Technology, including online connectivity, provides tremendous benefits to students, parents and the wider community, said Andrew Walton, a spokesperson for Breezeline.
  • PACER provides innovative resources for students, parents, educators, and others, and recognizes bullying as a serious community issue that impacts education, physical and emotional health, and the safety and well-being of students.

GET MOVING FOR THAT POST-WORKOUT GLOW: JOIN PLANET FITNESS FOR JUST $1 DOWN, THEN $10 A MONTH FROM OCTOBER 3 - 14

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Monday, October 3, 2022

HAMPTON, N.H., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, invites everyone to prioritize that post-workout glow by exercising at the Judgement Free Zone® with a special offer for new members – $1 down, then $10 a month from October 3 – 14 and cancel anytime*. Find the nearest club or join online here.

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  • Together with the help of our franchisees, team members, and members, Planet Fitness has proudly contributed over $7 million to Boys & Girls Clubs of America since 2016.
  • To locate the nearest Planet Fitness club to you and take advantage of this limited-time offer for new members, please visit PlanetFitness.com/Local-Clubs .
  • To learn more about The Judgement Free Generation and Planet Fitness' pro-kindness movement, please visit PlanetFitness.com/PF-Purpose .
  • More than 90% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent business men and women.

STOMP OUT BULLYING KICKS OFF 16th ANNUAL WORLD DAY OF BULLYING PREVENTION

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- STOMP Out Bullying, the leading national nonprofit organization committed to changing the culture of hatred, exclusion and all forms of bullying against children welcomes National Bullying Prevention Month with its signature World Day of Bullying Prevention.  Now in its sixteenth year, the annual event takes place on October 3rd rallying the nation by raising awareness around the need to develop a society focused on kindness and inclusivity. 

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- STOMP Out Bullying, the leading national nonprofit organization committed to changing the culture of hatred, exclusion and all forms of bullying against children welcomes National Bullying Prevention Month with its signature World Day of Bullying Prevention.
  • "We are dedicated to uniting people around a common goal to prevent bullying and model kindness and inclusivity for all," saidRoss Ellis, CEO and Founder of STOMP Out Bullying. "
  • Whether you order a STOMP Out Bullying limited edition blue shirt or wear your own blue shirt, you'll be part of a movement to end bullying and cyberbullying.
  • This year's theme and official slogan of World Day of Bullying Prevention is "UnapologeticallyKind."

Committee for Children Releases Award-Winning Captain Compassion® Comic Empowering Kids to Prevent Bullying

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Committee for Children is launching its fifth annual Captain Compassion campaign during National Bullying Prevention Month to teach kids how to prevent bullying in all forms, with a special emphasis on behavior motivated by racial bias. Developed by Committee for Children in 2018, Captain Compassion is an anti-bullying superhero who teaches upstanders how to recognize, report, and refuse bullying through a series of engaging, age-appropriate comic strips.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Committee for Children islaunchingitsfifth annual Captain Compassion campaign during National Bullying Prevention Month to teach kids how to prevent bullying in all forms, with a special emphasis on behavior motivated by racial bias.
  • Developed by Committee for Children in 2018, Captain Compassion is an anti-bullying superhero who teaches upstanders how to recognize, report, and refuse bullying through a series of engaging, age-appropriate comic strips.
  • To help address this issue, this year's Captain Compassion comics focus on a school community that's struggling with the social-emotional effects of racially motivated bullying.
  • To learn more about Captain Compassion and bullying prevention, visit CaptainCompassion.org eachweekthisOctobertoreadbrand-newcomicsandsolvetheSecret Decoder Wheel puzzle with the children in your life.

Empowered Flower Girl Hosts 2022 Be the Impact Virtual Youth Service Summit

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Monday, September 12, 2022

DETROIT , Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Empowered Flower Girl (EFG), a social enterprise on a mission to transform the way young people relate to one another and themselves, will host the 2022 Be the Impact Summit on Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET. The virtual youth service event will be held during National Bullying Prevention Month and the weekend before International Day of the Girl.

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  • The virtual youth service event will be held during National Bullying Prevention Month and the weekend before International Day of the Girl.
  • To close out the event, Empowered Flower Girl will announce the winner of its $250 Impact Ideas giveaway.
  • "I am inspired by the courage and commitment of youth globally and Empowered Flower Girl is committed to honoring those using their gifts and talents to create change."
  • Empowered Flower Girl was one of three Detroit-area organizations/social enterprises to receive a Social Impact Grant from the Consulate in June.