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2011.3 Bullying

Definition - Any on-going behavior directed at or about a student which is degrading, humiliating, malicious or defamatory.  Behaviors may occur in person, in print, via electronic means or through social networking (cyber-bullying).  Examples include, but are not limited to:  ongoing pranks or ridicule directed against an individual, graffiti, posting insults against a student in a public setting or on any website.

Sanctions
First Offense - normally, not less than disciplinary probation with possible disciplinary suspension for one year, educational program or project; counseling assessment and compliance with recommendations
Second Offense - normally, not less than disciplinary suspension for one semester with possible permanent separation; educational program or project; counseling assessment and compliance with recommendations.