Bullying Prevention
Procedures for Preventing Acts of Bullying and Cyber-bullying
Bullying is behavior that includes the use of any physical, verbal, electronic, written or other means.
This intentional aggressive behavior, which may occur in person or online can have long term harmful effects. In addition to the risk of physical injury, victims of bullying are at risk for depression, anxiety, suicidal behavior, physical health problems, substance abuse into adulthood, low academic achievement, and poor social and school adjustment.
According to research, bullying is considered a significant public health problem. National indicates that between 20 and 30 percent of children and youth are bullied at school each year, with certain vulnerable groups at even higher risk, including students with disabilities and LGBTQ youth.
To combat this identified problem, YES Charter Academy follows the protocols and procedures:
- Restrict use of personal cell phones on campus
- Install and maintain cyber security software for student communication on school platforms
- Teach bully prevention and cyber bully prevention
- Teach cyber security and acceptable use of the internet
- Teach within the PBIS program the principles and practice of being a positive team player, responsible citizen, and kindness
- Encourage students to report bullying and cyberbullying
- Investigate all reports of bullying and cyberbullying
Read more in the documents below.
California Department of Education Bullying and Prevention Resources