Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB)
My role...
As the Anti-bullying Specialist (ABS) it is my goal to educate our students, parents and staff both on preventing bullying behavior, and how to tell the difference between bullying and conflict. I hope to provide a culture where kids feel safe and supported while simultaneously allowing them to feel that mistakes are made for learning from them- not to be punished for them. The Anti-bullying legislation was created for a reason: to protect our kids and make school a safe and fun place for all! It's our responsibility as parents/guardians, educators, community members, etc. to utilize these laws in a meaningful and reasonable way.
*Students are able to report bullying anonymously, at any time, via Mrs. Cicchino's confidential and locked mailbox outside of her office.
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In the news...
"In the wake of national media coverage surrounding multiple student suicides, the New Jersey Legislature passed the 'Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act' with nearly unanimous support in both houses on Nov. 22. Gov. Chris Christie signed the legislation as P.L. 2010, Chapter 122 (P.L. 2010, c.122), on Jan. 5. Summary of the law. The law strengthened the state’s already existing anti-bullying legislation, and the new provisions took full effect in the 2011-12 school year."- (NJEA.org)
In Roxbury...
Beginning in September 2011, new legislation and new anti-bullying guidelines were put in place in the Roxbury Schools and across the state. Staff members were trained on the new law, and professional development continues each new school year.
Here is the link to the district page detailing important information and including the necessary forms.
If you have any questions related to this process please feel free to contact me at any time. Additionally, you may contact Mrs. Maryann Gibbs, the district Anti-Bullying Coordinator at 973-584-6799 with any concerns. For an HIB incident report, click here. To report an incident anonymously 24/7 call 1-855-86-BULLY
Below is a link to the district's HIB PowerPoint Presentation:
Here is the link to the district page detailing important information and including the necessary forms.
If you have any questions related to this process please feel free to contact me at any time. Additionally, you may contact Mrs. Maryann Gibbs, the district Anti-Bullying Coordinator at 973-584-6799 with any concerns. For an HIB incident report, click here. To report an incident anonymously 24/7 call 1-855-86-BULLY
Below is a link to the district's HIB PowerPoint Presentation:
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File Type: | ppsx |