Speaking Up Against Bullying

Every morning, I walk into school carrying a smile that hides my pain. My name is Emily.

I am judged, whispered about, and hurt by words that others call jokes.

Bullying is a silent war that many students fight alone. Every laugh, every insult,

and every look leaves a mark that cannot be seen but is deeply felt. I am not weak for

feeling pain. I am strong for surviving it. No one should fear going to school

or feel small because of others' cruelty. When we speak up and choose kindness, bullying loses.

Together, we can make schools safe. I used to believe that staying quiet

would make it stop, but silence only makes bullies bolder. So today, I decided to share