Slide 2 Bullying What is it and how can we prevent it? Slide 3
The TEC defines Bullying as Engaging in written or verbal
expression, expression through electronic means, or physical
conduct that occurs on school property at a school-sponsored or
school- related activity, or in a vehicle operated by the District
and that: Has the effect or will have the effect of physically
harming a student, damaging a students property, or placing a
student in reasonable fear of harm to the students person or of
damage to the students property; or Is sufficiently severe,
persistent, and pervasive enough that the action or threat creates
an intimidating, threatening, or abusive educational environment
for a student. Slide 4 A difference in characteristics such as
size, age and strength A perceived difference in social status
Bullying is not a one- time event In order for conduct to be
considered bullying, it must involve repeated exposure over time to
negative, willful actions or an imbalance of power. Bullying is
mean and intended to cause harm The Imbalance of Power can come
from many sources Slide 5 Students who bully often create a
hostile, threatening, intimidating, or abusive educational
environment for their targets. Physical Verbal Psychological Slide
6 Conduct that has no effect on a targeted student, the actions
though inappropriate, are not considered bullying under the law.
Conduct, to be considered bullying, must have a negative effect on
the education of the targeted student or significantly disrupt the
school or the educational environment. A seemingly innocent term of
endearment may be hurtful. Slide 7 Katy ISD has no jurisdiction
over conduct that occurs outside the school setting even though the
individuals involved are students. Discipline The District may
provide some counseling for both the bullies and the targets
Bullying can be prevented! Slide 8 Thats a Wrap! Defined Bullying
The Imbalance of Power The Three Forms of Bullying KISD Lack of
Jurisdiction Thats a Wrap! Defined Bullying The Imbalance of Power
The Three Forms of Bullying KISD Lack of Jurisdiction
