Task Force on the Prevention of School Bullying March 19, 2012 Rose Hermodson Assistant Commissioner Minnesota Department of Education
Prevention of School Bullying education.state.mn.us Task Force Created through Executive Order 12-01 (M.S. Sec. 15.0593) Membership: 15 Members Commissioners: Department of Education Department of Human Rights Governor: Nine members appointed Legislators: Four Members Two Senators Two Representatives Four Ex Officio Members: representing school boards, superintendents, high school and elementary principals
Prevention of School Bullying education.state.mn.us Task: Examine in Minnesota the state of Bullying Harassment Intimidation Look at existing laws and regulations Advise Governor and legislature Effective and comprehensive policies Ensure safety of all students in Minnesota schools
Prevention of School Bullying education.state.mn.us Purpose Study best practice Literature Experts Analyze Existing statutes Policies Reported Levels of bullying, intimidation and harassment Consequences
Prevention of School Bullying education.state.mn.us 4. Obtain input Public Experts Professionals Victims Clearly Define Bullying Harassment Intimidation
Prevention of School Bullying education.state.mn.us Outcomes: Recommendation for policy initiatives By August 1, 2012 QUESTIONS?