Anti-Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Model Policy

The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) offers a variety of bullying prevention resources for families, schools and communities. These resources include a model anti-bullying policy and related presentation materials, a webinar series and links to helpful websites. Districts can take advantage of these tools for help in meeting their legal requirement to establish a policy prohibiting harassment, intimidation and bullying.

Model Anti-Harassment, Anti-Intimidation and Anti-Bullying Policy

This State Board of Education-approved model policy contains procedures for reporting, documenting and investigating incidents of harassment, intimidation and bullying (including cyber bullying) as explained in the model policy and Ohio Revised Code. The document delineates responsibilities for school personnel and presents student intervention strategies. The policy also states the requirements for districts to:

  • Consult with students, parents, school employees, volunteers and community members in developing policies and programs;
  • Publish policies in student handbooks and employee training materials;
  • Locally report on a semiannual basis a summary of reported incidents;
  • Provide training on local policies to the extent that state or federal funds are appropriated for these purposes.

Related Department Resources

 

 

 

Last Modified: 10/6/2017 12:05:07 PM