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DCSD Bully Prevention: Shaping the Community We Want
Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins, Ph.D.Executive Director, Learning Support Services
Leslie V. Clemensen, M.Ed., CTStudent Wellness Coordinator
May 17, 2011
Overview of DCSD Anti-Bullying Initiatives
Bully prevention best practices Current state of DCSD anti-bully initiatives Bullying behavior data Community partners Restorative practices New Outcomes for a New Day
Definition of Bullying: HB 11-1254
Written or verbal expression, or physical or electronic act or
gesture, or a pattern thereof, that is intended to
coerce, intimidate, or cause physical, mental or
emotional harm to any student
Bully Prevention Best Practices
Focus on the social environment of the school
Establish/enforce school rules & policies Increase adult supervision in “hot spots” Intervene consistently & appropriately Spend class time on bully prevention
Bully Prevention Best Practices (cont’d)
Assess bullying at the school Garner staff and parent support Coordinate prevention activities Train staff, students and parents Continue efforts over time
• Principal: Ally Berggren
• Teachers: – Jennifer Jacoway (1st grade)
– Shannon Herzog (4th grade)
Buffalo Ridge Elementary
New Outcomes for a New Day
Implementation of evidence based curriculum/practices
Training for school leaders Training in restorative practices Teach skills to students
Discipline category for bullying Data to include information from a variety of
stakeholders Implications of HB 11-1254
Quote
“Peace is not something you wish for;
it’s something you make,
Something you do,
Something you are
and Something you give away.”
~Robert Fulghum