Crab Orchard Elementary
SCHOOL COUNCIL POLICY
Anti-Bullying Policy
POLICY STATEMENT
Crab Orchard Elementary
Anti-Bullying Policy
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Proactive measures shall be taken to prevent acts of bullying and disruptive behaviors
that interfere with the educational process. These measures include (but are not
limited to): Second Steps, classroom rules, Cubs Code of Conduct,
stopbullyingnow.org, etc.
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The use of lewd, profane, or vulgar language is prohibited. In addition, students shall
not engage in such behaviors as hazing, bullying, menacing, taunting, intimidating,
verbal or physical abuse of others, or making threats. This policy extends to any/all
student language or behavior including, but not limited to, the use of electronic or
online methods. Such behavior is disruptive to the educational process and interferes
with the ability of other students to take advantage of the educational opportunities
offered.
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In the event a student should choose to engage in bullying behaviors, staff shall follow
the guidelines below in accordance with Lincoln County Schools Code of Acceptable
Behavior. Consequences should be reasonable and with the intent to provide a safe
and secure environment for the bully, the victim, and the bystanders. Consideration
will be given in the case of the student’s ability, development, circumstances, and the
severity of behaviors.
If Bullying Behavior is reported/observed/suspected:
1. The classroom teacher shall provide a safe environment by choosing an appropriate
consequence and noting the action received by the student. The teacher may:
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Conduct a student-teacher conference
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Conduct a parent-teacher conference
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Assign recess restriction (i.e. walking, alternate locations/times)
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Assign classroom consequence (in accordance with classroom rules)
The teacher shall document the incident including: who, what, when, and where,
and how it was addressed by staff. If the teacher believes the behavior to be
repetitious, he/she may use professional judgment to go directly to step 2.
Consultation with counselor or FRC may be accessed at this time.
Behavior Determined to be Level 2
2. When bullying is continuing to occur, further action should be taken. In addition to
any classroom consequences, a behavior report should be completed to involve
administration and support staff. The consequences may include (but not limited to):
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The incident will be documented in formal records.
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Refer to alternate lunch or recess
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Any other level two consequence may be applicable from school discipline plan
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Conduct observations of the student
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Call a team meeting to determine appropriate steps
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Hold a parent conference or ask parent to observe student at school
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Depending on frequency and severity, student may be referred to the
Guidance Counselor, School Psychologist, or Law Enforcement
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Seek consultation with other qualified staff including relevant district resources
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Development of a Behavior Intervention Plan
An administrator shall notify the parent by phone or by letter if unable to reach by
phone. The parent /guardian should return the letter signed to acknowledge
receipt.
Severe Bullying (Level 3) or Repeated Level 2 offenses:
If the staff considers the offense serious enough, he/she may refer the incident
immediately to the principal or principal’s designee. The consequences may
include (but not be limited to):
 Meeting with student and family
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Document the incident in Infinite Campus/permanent record
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In school suspension and counseling referral
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Out of school suspension and counseling referral
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Depending on the frequency and severity, student may also be referred to the School
Psychologist or Law enforcement.
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Depending on the severity, a threat assessment may be conducted.
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Other disciplinary consequences may be implemented per Level three misbehaviors
and Lincoln County board policy.
The principal or principal’s designee shall notify the parent/guardian by phone or
by letter if unable to reach by phone. The parent/guardian should return the letter
signed to acknowledge receipt. The administration may require a face-to-face
conference with the student’s parent/guardian.
1st reading May 16, 2013
Date Adopted September 17, 2013
Date(s) Amended ______________________________________________________________________
Dreama D. Tomlison
Council Chairman
Bullying Reporting Form
DEFINITION OF BULLYING: Repeated, deliberate physical, verbal or social attacks or
intimidation directed against another person. There is a marked imbalance of power
between the bully and the victim. Bullying may be done by one individual or a group.
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place using electronic technology.
NOTE: It is prohibited to retaliate against anyone who files a bullying report.
Who are you?
Parent;
Students Involved:
Last Name
Student;
First Name
Faculty/Staff;
Grade
Anonymous
Victim
Bystander
Bully
Harassment Type?
Physical;
Verbal;
Social;
Cyber
Describe what happened:
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Has incident been reported? If yes, to whom?
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Date of Incident: ____________Before School;
During School;
After School (check all that
apply)
Where did it happen?
__________________________________________________________________
Additional Details (witnesses, witness statements, items related to incident):
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DATE ___________________
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Crab Orchard Elementary and the Lincoln County School District work to provide a safe and orderly
school. We hold high expectations for students’ behavior and encourage them to demonstrate
responsibility. We strive to create a leaning community where every student is both caring and cared
about, respects others, and is respected by them. Intimidation, harassment, or bullying is a violation of
the Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline. You, or your student, informed our administrators that
he or she is the victim of bullying. We need your assistance to gather some specific information in order
to intervene appropriately and effectively.
Please work with your student to provide answers to the following questions. Students who are bullied
often find it very difficult to discuss the situation. Assure your child that they have done the right thing by
reporting the bullying to adults. Let them know that they don’t deserve to be bullied. In the privacy and
security of your home, the answers to these questions are answered more easily. Once this paper is
completed, please place it in a sealed envelope addressed to the principal and mark it “Confidential.” The
information that you provide to us will be invaluable as we work to eliminate bullying.
1.
Who bullied you?
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What did the bully or bullies say or do to you?
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How long and how often has this been happening?
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When and where did the bullying last take place?
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Were there witnesses?
6.
Who did you tell at school and when did you tell them?
7.
What has happened as a result of telling an adult at school?
8.
Can you provide any additional information that may help us to resolve this issue?
Definition of Bullying:
Repeated, deliberate physical, verbal, or social attacks or intimidation directed
toward another person. There is marked imbalance of power between the bully
and the victim. Bullying may be done by one individual or a group. Cyber
bullying is bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Bullying
behaviors include, but are not limited to:
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Hitting, pushing, tripping, kicking
Invading someone’s personal space
Taking someone’s belongings
Blocking someone’s path
Pinching, poking, hair pulling
Name calling
Insulting gestures or language
Teasing
Sexual or racial comments
Intimidation
Threatening
Spreading rumors
Social exclusion (leaving someone out on purpose)
Making faces
Mean gestures
Cliques/Excluding
Definition of Harassment/Discrimination:
Intimidation by threats of or acts of physical violence or the expression of
hatred, contempt, or prejudice toward an individual for any reason.