Clark County Schools Tackle Bullying with Empathy Workshops

ENRGY.org founder Jay Blair brings high-energy anti-bullying programs to schools across the district.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:41pm

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The Clark County School District in Nevada has seen a rise in cases of bullying and violence among students, prompting the launch of an empathy-focused workshop program led by ENRGY.org founder Jay Blair. The workshops, which Blair describes as 'high-energy, assembly-type' events, aim to build understanding and compassion in students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Since the start of the school year, Blair has spoken at 21 schools, from private institutions to those serving underprivileged communities, addressing issues like cyberbullying and the lack of empathy that can contribute to tragic outcomes like student suicides.

Why it matters

Bullying and violence in schools can have severe consequences, both for individual students and the broader school community. By teaching empathy and fostering a more compassionate environment, the ENRGY.org program seeks to address the root causes of these problems and create a safer, more inclusive learning experience for all students.

The details

After teaching at Hickey Elementary School, Jay Blair launched the ENRGY.org program to have a greater impact on children outside the classroom. The workshops focus on building empathy and addressing issues like cyberbullying, which Blair says are prevalent across socioeconomic lines. Since the start of the 2025/2026 school year, Blair has spoken at 21 schools, from the Meadows School to Hickey Elementary, and is scheduled to visit another 14 schools before the academic year ends.

  • The Clark County School District has dealt with cases of bullying and violence among students throughout the 2025/2026 school year.
  • ENRGY.org founder Jay Blair launched his anti-bullying program after teaching at Hickey Elementary School.
  • Since the start of the 2025/2026 school year, Blair has spoken at 21 schools and is scheduled to visit another 14 before the academic year ends.

The players

Jay Blair

The founder of ENRGY.org, an organization that provides empathy-focused anti-bullying workshops to schools in Clark County, Nevada.

Flora Martinez

A 12-year-old student at Keller Middle School who died by suicide in May 2024 after being subjected to non-stop bullying, according to her parents.

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What they’re saying

“All of this starts at home. If a kid doesn't feel safe. If a kid doesn't feel seen. If a kid doesn't feel supported, they're not going to give me their best.”

— Jay Blair, Founder, ENRGY.org

“We don't have to be on every platform. We don't have to be in every space. We can say no to some things, especially if it's going to give some element of peace of mind.”

— Jay Blair, Founder, ENRGY.org

What’s next

ENRGY.org plans to continue bringing its empathy-focused workshops to more schools in Clark County throughout the remainder of the academic year, with the goal of reaching as many students as possible and creating a more compassionate school environment.

The takeaway

The tragic case of Flora Martinez highlights the urgent need to address bullying and lack of empathy in schools. By teaching students to be more understanding and supportive of one another, the ENRGY.org program aims to prevent similar heartbreaking outcomes and foster a more inclusive, safe, and nurturing learning environment for all.