Student Handbook
Bullying Prevention
Because the Regional Governing Board, administration, faculty, and staff wish to maintain a learning environment which is respectful to all and free of violence, any actions which constitute “bullying” are strictly prohibited.
Bullying means any overt act or combinations of such acts directed against a student by another student or group of students and which:
a) occurs during the school day on school property, on a school bus, or at school sponsored activity;
b) is intended to ridicule, humiliate, or intimidate the student; and
c) is repeated over time.
If you believe that you are a victim or know a victim of bullying, you are strongly encouraged to speak to a member of the faculty or staff, and/or to make a report, either personally or anonymously to the Assistant Director or Director
Reporting Bullying
Students are encouraged to report, personally or anonymously, acts of bullying to teachers and/or school administrators. Students may report acts of bullying directly to the Assistant Director at the CDC Office, or may leave anonymous voice mails at 447-0220 x135.
Students or parents are encouraged to report acts of bullying in writing to the Assistant Director or to the Director at the CDC Office. All reports of bullying will be investigated fully by the Administration.
Consequences
If, after an investigation, the Assistant Director and/or Director determine that acts of bullying have taken place, the student or students involved will be subject to consequences that may range from being trained in the prevention and harm of bullying behavior to suspension and/or expulsion, depending upon the severity of the behavior determined in the investigation.
In all cases, the parents/guardians of the student who has committed a verified act of bullying will be notified and will be informed of the current penalty imposed and any possible penalty for any further acts of bullying.
Whenever possible, and to the extent permitted by law, the parent or guardian of the person who was the victim of a verified act of bullying will be notified of the steps taken to prevent any further acts of bullying.
See Also: Harassment Prevention
Hazing Prevention
Sexual Harassment
