By: Anna Dasbach, LFMC, MMS Parent of AnMei, 5th Grade
How do we as parents respond when we are called to meet with our child’s teacher or principle to find out that our child has been bullying other children at school?
Before reacting and defending our child or thinking of ways to discipline her/him it is best to first take a deep breath and stay centered and calm. Checking in with yourself: what is your own feeling and reaction in regards to bullying?
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Anna Dasbach, is a licensed Family and Marriage Counselor in Private Practice in Santa Cruz where she sees children, adolescents, couples and adults. She was first an educator, with extensive training in Waldorf and Montessori Education. She has held a class on relational aggression and bullying for fourth graders and is currently coaching her daughter’s elementary school volleyball team. She can be reached at
