Bullying is in most schools and there are measures in place to try to stop this sort of thing happening, unfortunately though it is not always that successful, having said that again it depends on the school. I can understand your feelings on this Mrs Duck, and I would also be incensed at the idea of having someone in the school as an example if it is just for her to parade herself, but if it is to show how she, or people like her can change their lives, and she can admit to the children in the school how wrong she was and she can condole bullying etc then I see it as constructive and positive, similar to when ex drug addicts and alcoholics visit schools to talk to the children about the dangers etc etc.

I do however believe ALL parents should be fully aware of what is to take place, not necessary to withdraw their children but so that they can also discuss the issues as a family, and with their children after the event.

rc