I didn't get beat up but have been hit and was bullied a lot. Middle school was a terrible experience and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Luckily it gets better

I didn't get beat up but have been hit and was bullied a lot. Middle school was a terrible experience and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Luckily it gets better but I wish there was a different way. Educating our children should not be so haphazard.