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Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Program

Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Program. Frank Connelly, Assistant Principal Kelly Paredes, Counselor (7 th ) Jenny Sparno, Counselor (6 th ). HIB Definition. Any gesture, written communication, physical or verbal act, electronic communication

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Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Program

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  1. Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Program • Frank Connelly, Assistant Principal • Kelly Paredes, Counselor (7th) • Jenny Sparno, Counselor (6th)

  2. HIB Definition • Any gesture, • written communication, • physical or verbal act, • electronic communication that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other distinguishing characteristic

  3. Difference between Conflict & HIB Conflict • Mutually competitive or opposing action or engagement. • Includes disagreements, arguments and fights. • A normal part of growing up and of life. HIB • One or more students are victim’s of one or more person’s behavior, as it applies to the HIB definition. • The intent is to physically or emotionally hurt someone. • HIB is one-sided.

  4. HIB • A single or series of incidents • On or off school grounds • Substantially disrupts or interferes with orderly operation of the school or the rights of other students

  5. Investigation Procedure • Verbal report to principal • Principal informs the Anti – Bullying Specialist (ABS) • ABS investigates • Parents are contacted • Reports are submitted to the principal, superintendent and parents • Superintendent reports to the Board of Education

  6. Superintendent’s Role • Twice a year at a public meeting, the superintendent must report all acts of violence and vandalism as well as all harassment, bullying and intimidation which occurred during the previous semester to the board of education.

  7. School Safety Team • Is formed by school district, develops and fosters positive school climate, addresses HIB, meets at least twice per school year. • The School Safety Team shall consist of: The principal or his designee A teacher in the school A School Anti-Bullying Specialist A parent of a student in the school And other members to be determined by the principal The school Anti-Bullying Specialist shall serve as the chair of the school safety team

  8. WRMS Proactive Programs • PBSIS • WeTips School Safety Program • PBSIS/Bully Related Posters (Hallways and Classrooms) • Weekly Positive Quotes • Rachel’s Challenge Program & Peer Training • Mix-It-Up Day • No Name-Calling Week • Safe Space Classrooms Designated • Bullying Power Point Contest • Cyberbullying & Sexting Lessons • Stop Bullying Now – Lunch Programs • The Blue Project, Jared Campbell • Ryan’s Story • Parent Information Sessions/Evening Presentations • IRL: In Real Life George Street Playhouse • Internet Safety Program • HIB Information Session

  9. Week of RespectOctober 1-5 • Respect Week Logo/Slogan Poster Contest • 7th Grade Winners • Second Step: 6th & 7th Grade Health Lessons • Internet Safety Assembly – Bergen County Prosecutors Office • Morning music and announcements • Mix-It-Up Lunch • Respect Magnets

  10. Discussion • Questions & Answers

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