Anti-Bully SpeakUp Campain Event

MURRIETA, CA – Valley Hot Spring Spas promotes efforts to strengthen Murrieta/ Temecula youth and families by providing information and awareness on youth development issues, such as anti-bullying. The event will include a BMX Stunt Show featuring Olympic X-Game winners, food and crafts, vendors and much more. There will also be a raffle for a free spa, bicycle and other items from local vendors. It is evident that bullying does occur among our adolescent population but, California is making strides to combat bullying with ongoing anti-bullying support. It is a staggering figure: close to five million youth in the United States have either been a victim of bullying or been a bully themselves. According to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control, 20% of youth have reported being bullied in a school setting. Additionally, with the increase of technological access, 16% of youth have reported experiencing bullying either online or via text messaging. Victims of bullying have been shown to have an increase in depression, higher absenteeism, and higher dropout rates. In addition, youth who bullied others in middle school are shown to have at least one criminal conviction by the age of 24. Bullying is not just a national concern, it also occurs on a local level. In a recent California Student Health Survey, 22% of 6th grade students reported being bullied, while 37% reported being chronically picked on. Event will be held at Valley Hot Spring Spas, 25098 Madison Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562 in the Best Buy Parking lot on December 15, 2012 from 9:00-5:00pm. Each community in California plays an important role in helping families find the strength they need to combat the issue of bullying. To learn how you can further support the anti-bullying campaign in the month of December and throughout the year, visit the National Bullying Center Prevention website: www.pacer.com/bullying . For More Information See ''Bullying and Hate-Motivated Behavior Preventio