In a powerful display of maternal instinct, a Missouri mom is making waves online after defending her son’s decision to punch out his long-time bully. Allison Davis’ Facebook post, which has been shared over 145,000 times, has struck a chord with parents everywhere who are fed up with their children being victims of bullying while schools seemingly do little to intervene.
For years, Allison’s son, Drew, had endured relentless taunting, threats, and abuse at the hands of his bully. Despite pleas to the school administration, the bullying continued unabated, with the bully and his “minions” making Drew’s life a living hell.
“When this kid threatened Drew (while on the bus) and then moved on to making fun of his dad and then threatening Jackson, his 11-year-old brother, Drew decided that he would quit relying on the school and the adults who are supposed to protect him and HE would do something,” Allison wrote in her post.
The final straw came when the bully threatened Drew’s younger brother, Jackson. Pushed to his limit, Drew took matters into his own hands, delivering “three punches” to his tormentor, who “screamed like a baby” and retreated with his friends in tow.
While most parents would be dismayed to learn their child had been suspended from school, Allison expressed a different sentiment. Rather than being upset with Drew for resorting to violence, she was proud of him for standing up for himself when the adults charged with protecting him had failed to do so.
“I know as a parent I’m supposed to be upset with him for resorting to violence or getting suspended, but I’m not. Not even a little bit,” Allison wrote.
Allison’s post meticulously details the school’s repeated failure to address the bullying, despite numerous pleas for help from both Drew and his family. From the bully’s threats caught on video to the school’s ineffective “no contact contract,” it’s clear that the administration’s inaction directly contributed to the escalation of the situation.
Allison’s post has resonated with parents across the country, with thousands of commenters praising her son’s actions and condemning the school’s handling of the situation. Many have even set up a GoFundMe account to “treat” Drew after his ordeal, with the original $300 goal surpassed in short order.
The story of Allison and Drew highlights the ongoing struggle against bullying in schools nationwide. According to the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Justice, approximately 20% of students ages 12 to 18 experience bullying. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for schools to take a more proactive and effective approach to addressing this pervasive problem.
Allison’s defense of her son’s actions has sparked a much-needed conversation about the role of schools in protecting students from bullying. While violence may not be the ideal solution, in this case, it appears to have been a last resort for a young boy who felt completely abandoned by the very institutions charged with keeping him safe. As this story continues to resonate, it is our hope that it will inspire schools to reevaluate their anti-bullying policies and prioritize the well-being of all students.
