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Jamie Nabozny: Documentary Analysis

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(Topic Sentence)It is important that everyone works together to make schools a safe learning environment for everyone. (Background Info) In 1980, Jamie Nabozny, a student in Wisconsin, was a victim of harassment. In the beginning, he was verbally insulted; then he was physically harassed, being punched, kicked and slapped for being gay. Jamie would return to his peaceful home with the taste of blood in his mouth, headaches from all the insults, and teary eyes that he never showed to his parents.Throughout his middle school to high school life he overwent various harrassments and threats to the point where he ran away to the city to feel safe. (Attention Grabber) Have you ever been bullied before to the point of running away? Jamie Nabozny has …show more content…

Evidence From the Documentary Everyday as Nabozny rushes from class to class he is always struck with the fear of running into a bully, sensing that there is always tension in the air. As Jamie struggles to find ways to avoid the bullies that harass him whenever possible, his teacher Ms. Liz Woodworth feels that there is a problem with Jamie. Nabozny soon forms a connection with Ms. Woodworth as he eats lunch everyday in her class, feeling safe with her in that room where none of the bullies would find him or could get to him. He then informed Ms. Woodworth of his situation and she takes actions to help Jamie; contacting the president and providing comfort to Jamie in school. Elaboration of Point/Evidence By sharing his experiences and allowing other to better understand him, Jamie and his teachers, adult friends, and family can help him figure out what they should do to help Jamie avoid the bullies or stop the bullying in advance. Clincher: Analysis The actions Jamie has shown proves that by sharing your feelings and thoughts as well as your situation with people, they can better understand you and help you stop being

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