What should you do if you think you have been sexually harassed?

Don't ignore the behavior. You don't have to put up with it. Even though it is hard to do, you should tell your harasser to stop. And you should report what's going on to any adult staff member with whom you feel comfortable talking. If you wish, you can bring someone to help you make your report. You have the right to speak to someone of your same sex.

When you tell the adult staff member what's going on, they will report it to the person at school who investigates these kinds of problems, usually the principal and the school guidance counselor. There will be an investigation and a decision will be made based upon the facts of the case. The investigation is confidential, and you will not be asked during the investigation to face the person who you believe is harassing you. You don't have to worry about that person or someone else "getting even" with you for telling; the school staff will do their best to protect you.