My mother works as a guidance counselor for a school system, Preschool through 8th Grade (although her focus is Pre-K through 4th). Of course she never tells me names, but I've been pretty happy that she has developed many, and I mean MANY anti-bullying seminars and groups and social activities. I wasn't bullied often, but I had spurts when I was really young (1st-3rd grade).
I'm really glad this kid did what he did. It needs more attention and action taken.