Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB)
Schools are meant to be safe and inclusive environments where all students are protected from Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB), including in the classroom, on the school bus, in school sports, and during other school activities. This section defines HIB, explains what to do when you see or experience it, and our school’s process for responding to it.
What is HIB?
- HIB is any intentional electronic, written, verbal, or physical act of a student that:
- Physically harms another student or damages their property;
- Has the effect of greatly interfering with another student’s education; or,
- Is so severe, persistent, or significant that it creates an intimidating or threatening education environment for other students.
HIB generally involves an observed or perceived power imbalance and is repeated multiple times or is highly likely to be repeated. HIB is not allowed, by law, in our schools.
Reporting Bullying and Harassment
- How can I make a report or complaint about HIB?
- What happens after I make a report about HIB?
- What is the investigation process?
- What are the next steps if I disagree with the outcome?
- I already submitted an HIB complaint – what will my school do?
How can I make a report or complaint about HIB?
What happens after I make a report about HIB?
What is the investigation process?
What are the next steps if I disagree with the outcome?
I already submitted an HIB complaint – what will my school do?
Steps for Reporting
- Step 1: Filing an Incident Reporting Form
- Step 2: Receiving an Incident Reporting Form
- Step 3: Investigations
- Step 4: Corrective Measures for the Aggressor
- Step 5: Complainant’s Right to Appeal
- Step 6: Discipline/Corrective Action
- Step 7: Support for the Targeted Student
- Who else can help with HIB or Discrimination Concerns?
Step 1: Filing an Incident Reporting Form
Step 2: Receiving an Incident Reporting Form
Step 3: Investigations
Step 4: Corrective Measures for the Aggressor
Step 5: Complainant’s Right to Appeal
Step 6: Discipline/Corrective Action
Step 7: Support for the Targeted Student
Who else can help with HIB or Discrimination Concerns?
Our District Stands Against Discrimination
Discrimination can happen when someone is treated differently or unfairly because they are part of a protected class, including their race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, use of a service animal, or veteran or military status.
- What is discriminatory harassment?
- What is sexual harassment?
- What should my school do about discriminatory and sexual harassment?
- What can I do if I’m concerned about discrimination or harassment?
- What happens after I file a discrimination complaint?
- What are the next steps if I disagree with the outcome?
What is discriminatory harassment?
What is sexual harassment?
What should my school do about discriminatory and sexual harassment?
What can I do if I’m concerned about discrimination or harassment?
What happens after I file a discrimination complaint?
What are the next steps if I disagree with the outcome?
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