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Making a Difference: Ellie Smith
Bullying is one of the most difficult problems young people face today, be it online or in person. Fifteen-year-old Ellie Smith experienced a significant amount of bullying herself, but she’s turning that experience into something positive by encouraging local kids to find strength within themselves.
Ellie’s “Don’t Let it Get to You” anti-bullying campaign began in the Clark County School District and has been presented to over 50 schools and more than 25,000 students. The program is now being launched nationally to help reach young people across the nation. Ellie talks about her own experiences being bullied and how the intense pressure to be part of the “in crowd” turned other kids against her. By seeking help from her parents and building up her own self-esteem, she was able to move past it, and she’s inspiring kids across the valley to do the same. A talented singer and actress, Ellie even made a music video that she shares with her audience as part of her presentation, reaching out through song to change people’s lives.
Bullying will always be a part of growing up for some kids, but thanks to the efforts of peers such as Ellie Smith, it doesn’t have to be such a long, lonely road for children in Clark County.
For more information on Ellie Smith and “Don’t Let it Get to You,” visit www.elliesmith.com.
