Olweus Parent Information

Olweus Parent InformationHaine Elementary2015-2016Welcome!

Mandy Toy, PrincipalKristen White, Assistant Principal

Bullying is when someone repeatedly and on purpose does or says mean or hurtful things to another person who has a hard time defending himself or herself.

Definition of Bullying

What is the Olweus Bully Prevention Program?District-wide program proven to reduce bullying throughout the school setting.Emphasis on empowering students by providing them appropriate ways to intervene when they witness or experience bullying.Goals of Olweus:Reduce existing bullying problems at Haine.Prevent the development of new problems at Haine.Achieve positive peer relationship at Haine.

InterventionsAll Staff are trained to intervene on the spot when bullying occurs.Teachers work with students weekly during their morning meeting times to teach strategies for addressing bullying and other difficult situations they encounter.We gather data through student surveys . These surveys help guide classroom and building lessons to support the specific needs of Haine elementary students.

In connection with our Olweus Program, Haine Elementary will be implementing a School-Wide Positive Behavior Support Plan (SWPBSP) this school year. The purpose of a SWPBSP is a systematic approach to establishing consistent behavioral expectations throughout Haine Elementary. Students will be taught skills needed to be successful in a variety of environments at Haine (cafeteria, classroom, hallways, restroom).

School-Wide Positive Behavior Support Plan

As teachers notice students displaying positive behaviors, students will earn stars and a chance to write their name on the Principals 200 Board that will be located in the HES lobby. Students names will also be pulled periodically to earn rewards out of the Star Treasure Chest.

School-Wide Positive Behavior Support Plan

Consistent message about bullying prevention and making positive choices at school.Empower students to speak up for themselves and report situations to adults.Collaboratively brainstorm solutions to problem situations that students share and model appropriate responses.

How can parents help?

Always work with the classroom teacher on any situations involving your child.Additional Support can be provided through School Counselor, Mr. Stephens as well as building administration.District Tip line (Sprigeo) to share concerns reported after school hours or on weekends. Link can be found on main district website www.svsd.net.

Who Should I Contact?

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