District's Bullying Policy

District's Bullying Policy Link

POLICY NO. 5181 -- BULLYING

1.0 PHILOSOPHY

• Alpine School District is committed to provide students with safe and secure learning environments and believes a student’s ability to achieve academically can be reduced by bullying. Bullying can affect a student’s attendance as well as his/her sense of well-being. Bullying may result in physical illness, mental and emotional anguish and long-term social consequences.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

1. 2.1 Bullying is defined as aggressive behavior that is intended to cause harm or distress, exists in a relationship in which there is an imbalance of power or strength and may be repeated over time. Bullying may be physical, verbal/written or psychological.
2. 2.2 Physical bullying includes, but is not limited to, pushing, grabbing, pinching, shoving, poking, tripping, kicking, hitting and destroying property.
3. 2.3 Verbal/written bullying includes, but is not limited to, name calling, mean teasing, spreading false rumors, intimidation, sexual comments, harassing and threatening comments which are communicated verbally, in writing or through electronic media. (Cyber bullying)
   1. 2.3.1. Cyber bullying means using e-mail, web pages, text messaging, blogs, instant messaging, three-way calling or messaging or any other electronic means for aggression, intimidation, or harassment against another person. Examples include, but are not limited to, sending mean, vulgar, or threatening messages or images; posting inappropriate pictures of or sensitive, private information about the victim; pretending to be someone else to hurt that person; rude comments; lies; stalking; threats; extortion; harassment; and transmission of unflattering or embarrassing photographs.

3.0 PROHIBITION OF BULLYING

• Alpine School District prohibits bullying of students by other students at school or at school related functions (Ref: Utah Code 53A-11a-301). All victims of bullying and all persons with knowledge of bullying should report the incident(s) immediately. Actions to be taken are outlined in Policy No. 5180 DISCIPLINE and its associated Rules and Regulations and Procedures. S.C.R. 1 (2006) Resolution Encouraging School Boards to Adopt Policy Prohibiting Bullying.

Board Approved: March 13, 2007

Board Reviewed: April, 2012

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