This comprehensive new law signed July 13, 2011, includes steps to reduce the incidence of student bullying by requiring public schools to:
· Adopt a clear policy against bullying behavior
· Train all school staff who interact with students on how to prevent bullying
· Ensure that all school staff take immediate action when they observe bullying or receive a report
· Gather data to assess the extent of bullying in the school
To read the Commission on Children’s summary and the timelines for action go to: http://www.cga.ct.gov/coc/PDFs/bullying/2011_bullying_law.pdf
To access the complete act go to: http://cga.ct.gov/2011/ACT/PA/2011PA-00232-R00SB-01138-PA.htm