Bullying came up quite a few times and needs to be taken seriously. We must remember that bullying isn't confined just to one demographic, and that to concentrate energy in any one particular area can become quite divisive. I know a student who changed schools because of the constant bullying about her red hair. But alongside dealing with bullying, schools must also teach resilience and give students the tools to deal with some of the unkindness they might face and the ability to function in all situations. This means parents and teachers making rules, setting boundaries, and challenging students' behaviours; it doesn't mean just being their friends.