THE CH R ONI C L E P R O G R A M S A N D I N N OVAT ION
UPSTANDER PREFECT PROGRAM
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ISSUE 11
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o one wants to be a bystander to bullying, but knowing the right thing to say or do in the moment can be challenging. That’s why Kinross Wolaroi School’s Prefects made it their mission this year to show students how to become Upstanders in a bid to reduce bullying. Together, they met with Bullyology and Upstand Academy founder Jessica Hickman for some tips. Year 12 students, Mackenzie Jones and Jess Mosely, were among the Prefects who met Ms Hickman at her workplace in Orange. “Meeting Ms Hickman at The Hive was
amazing. She worked with us to identify what bullying is, what bullying isn’t, the true effects of bullying and how we - both as individuals and as a team - are able to become Upstanders,” said Jess. “Ms Hickman then gave us the chance to break into small groups and brainstorm ways to translate the inspiring message we had received to our wider School community.” The result was an Upstander program modified for KWS students. Mackenzie said the program is all about encouraging people to stand up against bullying. “The aim of the Upstander program is to
