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Chicago Bears Mascot Visits Highland Elementary School

"Staley Da Bear" stopped by the Downers Grove school Monday morning for the school's assembly, "Bear Down on Bullies."

Students at in Downers Grove got a lesson in the harmful effects of bullying Monday, courtesy of the Chicago Bears.

"Staley Da Bear," the Bears' mascot, paid a visit to the school for a special assembly, "Bear Down on Bullies."

Staley and his emcee discussed five types of bullies, and proper ways for students to deal with bullying at school. According school officials, a strong emphasis was placed on the team concept of school, and how students can help each other to foster a positive learning environment.

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Highland was given a player-authographed banner to hang in the building as a reminder to "Bear Down on Bullies." 

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