This page is dedicated to the topic of bullying. Each week there will be definitions, strategies and/or information pertaining to this important and relevant topic. Bullying is defined by the Connetquot Central School District as a form of harassment that consists of inappropriate persistent behavior including social isolation, threats, intimidation or embarrassment of others, treating others cruelly, terrorizing, coercing, or habitual put-downs and /or badgering others. At John Pearl we have an anti-bullying task force. We meet once a month to discuss how to promote good character and discuss activities to bring awareness and education about bullying to our students. John Pearl Anti-Bully Task Force Members Mr. Wrinkle, Principal; Ms. Heather Fuller, Social Worker; Dr. Fahey, Psychologist; Mrs. Okula; Mrs. Bergen; Mr. Sturtz Check here monthly: Tools for being B.F.F. (Bully Free Forever)