Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying (HIB)

A building administrator will contact the complainant/family to learn more and discuss options, including an informal resolution or a formal investigation.

• Success plan and supportive measures
• Mediated conversation
• Warning issued to the alleged aggressor

At any time, the complainant may request to initiate a formal investigation.

• Investigation completed within 5 school days unless a different timeline is agreed upon.
• Written outcome provided within 2 school days of completion with findings, measures, and appeal information.

Any intentional electronic, written, verbal, or physical act that: (1) physically harms a student or damages property; (2) substantially interferes with a student’s education; or (3) is so severe, persistent, or significant that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment. HIB often involves a power imbalance and may be repeated or likely to be repeated.

Harassment based on a student’s protected class (e.g., race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, use of a service animal, veteran or military status) that creates a hostile environment.

Unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that substantially interferes with a student's education or creates an intimidating or hostile environment; this can include coercion, unwelcome touching, sexual comments, or the distribution of sexual images or messages.