tell him that your not going to talk down to him or pick on him, because that would be stooping to his level. tell him your better than that, and that if he needs to act that way to you to make himself feel better, fine.
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He pokes you? That's such interesting behavior. Normally, that seems to be reserved for flirting behavior. Could that be the case?

You're probably right in making sure that parents/teachers don't get in on it because normally that escalates the behavior b/c the person is angry at you for ratting them out. Only do it as a last response. You should probably tell your mother that it's happening, though. It's just about good and open communication, but tell her you are handling it on your own.

In my experience, most people that pick on others are doing it just to see how you react. They will stop when you don't give them the reaction that they are looking for.

The best way I ever found to achieve that is the non-response. Don't act like you are ignoring them b/c that is a reaction in itself (also, it seems a little childish). Just act like you are weirded out by their behavior. Give them the "Why are you doing this? You must have odd issues / why are you acing so childish?" look.

Most people tease others because they are trying to deflect their feelings of insecurity onto others so this response will hit back at the heart of those feelings by saying, "Yes, indeed you do have issues." They will try to avoid you because you are affirming their biggest fear. But please avoid the "I'm better than you" prideful response. It's not a healthy habit to think of yourself as better than others.

Another response, (and a more loving approach) is to get the person alone and just asked them point-blank why they are reacting the way that they are. Tell them that you think it's lame and to please stop. Most bullies don't seem to take this way every well because they don't want to open up to you anyways, but you never know. It's an option open to you if you honestly don't believe that the person is going to hurt you.

If you feel like the behavior is getting worse and that he might actually hurt you, then tell an adult. The guy obviously has issues and might need to be on some medication.

Hope that helps. Good luck. Remember, you probably won't have long until this person gets tired of this behavior and moves on to something/someone else.
Source(s):
Personal experience

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My dear, This behavior is really something difficult to be tackled with. Try to ignore that person at school as much as possible because it would hurt your image too If you get involved in too much argumentative conversation with him.
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Make him feel in your responses, that his attitude is childish or not important enough for you to be interested enough to get engaged in conversation with him. Just Yawn when that person comes in your way and tell him that you have more important talks to do then just wasting time with him.
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When alone, you can talk to him that how this behavior is not productive and tell him that both of you are in school for studies, having fun and enjoying this part of life. So, lets engage in productive activities like studies, fun and play rather than fights.
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My best wishes for your stay at school life.
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ya tell someone that u think is reliable and get the solution... 2 brains is better than one
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You should talk to your parents about how to deal with this as it is an issue that could carry on for years.
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