A mother gains online attention for the shirt she compelled her son to wear to school.
A Texas mom took a controversial approach to address her son’s bullying behavior by making him wear a T-shirt declaring, “I am a BULLY.” Despite facing criticism online and from child development professionals, the mom, identified only as Star, stood by her decision. She believed it was necessary for her son to understand the consequences of his actions and apologize to those he had hurt. While some questioned the effectiveness of the punishment, Star emphasized that she wanted her son to learn empathy and the impact of his behavior on others.
Although the approach may have divided opinions, the school district supported Star’s right to make decisions regarding her child’s behavior. Ultimately, the incident sparked debate about the appropriate methods of addressing bullying and the role of parents in shaping their children’s behavior.