Bullying is NOT okay in SCUCISD

WHAT IS BULLYING?

         In SCUC, student conduct is considered “bullying" if it:

1. Exploits an imbalance of power between the student perpetrator and the student victim through:

• written expression
• verbal expression
• expression through electronic means (cyberbullying)
• physical contact

2. Interferes with a student’s education or substantially disrupts the operation of a school.

3. Occurs:

• on school property
• at a school-sponsored
• school related activity
• in a vehicle operated by the district

Bullying is continued abuse of power that is intentionally hurtful. 

Bullying is NOT part of normal conflict.

Bullying is typically NOT a one-time occurrence

Bullying, in its most basic form, is abuse, harassment, and/or violence.

What to do?

With bullying, there is usually an imbalance of strength or power, threats of further aggression and intent to harm. Every student has a right to feel safe while they are at school.  Bullying is a violation of state law, school district policy, and the SCUCISD Student Code of Conduct. Any student who believes they have been bullied should report it immediately to a teacher or adult on campus. Likewise, parents or SCUCISD employees who witness a bullying incident should take immediate action and report the incident to the school administration, in accordance with District policy.  A  Bullying Incident Report Form may be requested in the school office. Once a report of a bullying incident is received, an investigation of the allegations will be conducted by campus administration.

Links:    

SCUCISD Board Policy FFI (LEGAL)

SCUCISD Board Policy FFI (LOCAL)

TEC 37.0832

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