how to use the message board

An Internet message board is simply an on-line way of discussing a subject matter between a large number of people. Unlike email every message is publicly available allowing everyone to read the comments and if they so wish, reply to them.

The bullybusters message board is split up into several areas for children, parent and teachers. Although segmented in this way we would encourage children, teachers and parents to post in each others areas when appropriate and help inform each others discussions. In addition to the bullying discussion areas we also have two areas to discuss this website so users can point out any problems they are having or make suggestions on how the site can be improved.

When using the message board you can access the subjects by clicking on one of the areas from the front page. This will take you through a list of subjects, the most recent posted at the top. If you would like to read the comments posted under any of the subjects click the title. Or if you would like to start your own subject click 'add new subject'.

If you clicked on a subject you will be taken to a list of comments. You can read these in the order they were entered, if a lot of comments have been entered a series of page numbers will appear at the bottom, these can be clicked to access more comments. If you would like to add you own comment, click 'post reply' and fill in the form provided.

While using the message board a line at the top indicated where you are in the board. You can click the various levels to work your way back to the front page or to read other subjects.