Schoolyard bullies are seven times more likely to become delinquents or criminals than their nonbully peers. The unacceptable anti-social behavior of bullies can have an impact on both bullies and their victims across the lifespan. Most family and consumer sciences (FCS) professionals realize that early violence prevention protects the social and emotional well-being of the individuals involved and their families. The community and the nation also benefit both socially and economically from prevention because bully behavior often leads to criminal behavior. This article discusses: (1) Factors that cause kids to become bullies (ignoring early signs of problem behavior, poor parenting, media influences, lack of moral and emotional education, genetics); (2) Areas of focus for prevention programs (pro-social class activities, eliminating cliques and competition, creating a cooperative emotional climate); and (3) Steps that family and consumer sciences professionals can take to reduce the incidents of violence in American public schools (become familiar with reputable sources on the subject, incorporate selected program/activities at multiple levels, ensure that the school has an anti-bullying policy, lobby and advocate for prevention funding and legislation).