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School Policy - Say NO To Bullying

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4) Code of Respect and Responsibilities
5) Student Code of Respect and Respon.
6) Range of Consequences
7) Allergy Alert - Sabrina's Law
8) Garbage and Recycling
9) Say NO To Bullying
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13) Keys To Academic Success
14) Academic Course Load Policy
15) Student Evaluation 2006-2007
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17) School Policy on Missed Evaluations
18) Attendance
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20) General Information for Students and Parents

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Verbal bullying involves teasing, name-calling, put-downs, insults, sarcasm, undermining, racist/sexist comments, exclusion/freezing out, and/or gossip. Bullying may also take the form of physical abuse (punching, hitting, shoving, kicking, tripping, intimidation, threats, extortion, or stealing/damaging property).

Bullying and Harassment only work as long as the perpetrators can convince you that

  • you cannot be protected
  • to report above would be "telling"

As a school you can be assured that

  • all reports of bullying or harassment will be investigated fully
  • your confidentiality will be protected and respected
  • those who perpetrate bullying or harassment will either cease the behaviour or be removed from the school

The bully's best friend is your silence. If you witness bullying or harassment, report it. You will not be identified and all investigations will be carried out with the utmost discretion. Remember that the victim of bullying or harassment is the least likely person to report it. You show good citizenship and maturity when you take steps to end this subtle and destructive form of violence.

Every student has the absolute right to attend our school without fear of verbal or physical violence, intimidation or humiliation. Support your rights. Support your school.

In September, 2006, a Peer Mediation program will be in effect at Lawrence Park. The program will be run by students in an effort to reduce interpersonal conflicts between students. The Peer mediation program will be recommended for the following types of disruptive behaviours:

  • Abusive language to peers
  • Gossip
  • Threats to peers
  • Bullying
  • Damage to other's property
  • Neglect to return borrowed items
  • Girlfriend/Boyfriend disputes
  • Physical altercations
  • Unfulfilled obligation

Behaviours that require disciplinary action will continue to be handled by the school's administrative team.

Ways to Handle Put-Downs and Bullying

  • Ignore (say nothing, show no reaction)
  • Walk away
  • Say to the person: Don't talk to me like that or I'll report you to the office
  • Report to a teacher, Vice-Principal

Whenever you see anyone being bullied, victimized or harassed, report it to a teacher, counsellor, parent or administrator. Your confidentiality will be assured. Don't hesitate to take a stand for every individual to feel safe and to be respected at Lawrence Park. help keep LP safe, come out and join ESP (Empowered Student Partnerships.)

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