Indiana’s Anti-Bullying Laws 2005-Present Mindi Goodpaster, MSW Director, public policy & advocacy

2005 Indiana State Law Safe schools funds Discipline policies Educational outreach and training for school personnel on bullying prevention Bullying definition Overt, repeated acts or gestures, including verbal, written, physical behaviors or actions Intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm another student Discipline policies Prohibit bullying Include provisions concerning education, parental involvement, reporting, investigation, and intervention Apply when a student is at school or school function, traveling to or from school and when using property or equipment provided by the school

2011 Sexting Addition Sexting awareness and prevention Schools may offer classes, instruction, or programs regarding the potential risks and consequences of creating and sharing sexually suggestive or explicit materials through cellular telephones, social networking web sites, computer networks, and other digital media School discipline rules Prohibit bullying through the use of data or computer software that is accessed through a school computer, computer system, or computer network

2011 Failed Legislation SB538 Bullying Prevention – Provision for cyberbullying Requirement for the DOE to provide model polices for schools Reporting requirement for school corporations Failed due to freedom of speech issues Too many expectations placed on schools

HEA1423 Anti-Bullying 2013

Increases Accountability of School Policies and Procedures Safe schools plans and policies Requires DOE and school safety specialists provide materials and guidelines Safe school committee develop plans, policies and professional development to address unsafe conditions at school Guidelines must include information that assists schools in: Developing and implementing bullying prevention programs Investigation and reporting procedures related to bullying and discipline rules Requires schools to add the number and nature of bullying incidents to their student safety reports and annual school performance reports

Improves School Climate Training for employees and volunteers regarding the school’s bullying prevention and reporting policy Age-appropriate instruction focusing on bullying prevention for all students in grades 1st - 12th annually DOE will prepare outlines or materials for the bullying prevention instruction May be provided by the school safety specialist, school counselor or any other trained person with expertise in bullying prevention and intervention

Provides Clearer Definitions Overt, unwanted, repeated acts or gestures including verbal or written communications or images transmitted in any matter (including digitally or electronically), physical acts committed, aggression, or any other behaviors that are committed by a student or group of students against another student with the intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm the targeted student and create for the targeted students an objectively hostile school environment that: Places the targeted student in reasonable fear of harm to the targeted student’s person or property; Has a substantially detrimental effect on the targeted student's physical or mental health; Has the effect of substantially interfering with the targeted student's academic performance; or Has the effect of substantially interfering with the targeted student's ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, and privileges provided by the school.

Clarifies How to Address Bullying Incidents A detailed procedure for the expedited investigation of incidents of bullying that includes: Appropriate responses to bullying behaviors, wherever the behaviors occur; Provisions for anonymous and personal reporting of bullying to a teacher or other school staff; Timetables for reporting bullying incidents to the parents of both the targeted student and the bully, in an expedited manner; Timetables for reporting of bullying incidents to school counselors, school administrators, the superintendent or law enforcement, if it is determined that reporting the bullying incident to law enforcement is necessary; Discipline provisions for teachers, school staff or school administrators who fail to initiate or conduct an investigation of a bullying incident; and Discipline provisions for false reporting of bullying

Discipline Rules A detailed procedure outlining the use of follow-up services that includes: Support services for the victim; and Bullying education for the bully

Clarifies How to Address Bullying Incidents The DOE is required to periodically review each school’s policy to ensure compliance Discipline rules may be applied regardless of the physical location in which the bullying behavior occurred, whenever: Individual committing the bullying behavior and any of the intended targets of the bullying behavior are students attending a school within a school corporation; and Disciplinary action is reasonably necessary to avoid substantial interference with school discipline or prevent an unreasonable threat to the rights of others to a safe and peaceful learning environment.

Limitations Cyberbullying still a murky area Lack of accountability Lack of funding

2018 Update – HEA1365 CHANGES REPORTING REQUIREMENTS School corporations are no longer required to report the number of bullying incidents on their annual performance reports, however, they must continue to report incidents in their student safety reports. Their reports will not count against the annual school improvement grade. INCREASES SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY Requires the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) to send annual reminders to school corporations regarding the requirement to report incidents of bullying. IDOE may conduct audits to ensure compliance and accuracy of reporting. Audits must be reported on the IDOE website if discrepancies are found. Requires the IDOE to conduct a statewide survey concerning improving reporting of bullying incidents.

HEA1230 School safety Cyberbullying – Human trafficking – IDOE must provide resources on their website for schools and parents Schools must include prohibitions on bullying via cellular devices in their policies Human trafficking – IDOE must provide resources regarding human trafficking and school staff must receive 1 hour of training every 2 years Secured School Fund grants – additional $5M Low interest loans – additional $35M

Indiana Department of Education http://www.doe.in.gov/student-services/bullying-prevention-intervention-indiana Provides sample policies and guidelines, curricula, webinar explaining requirements of the law, and resources for elementary, middle and high schools *There is NO mandated statewide program or curricula for bullying or cyberbullying prevention

Contact Information Mindi Goodpaster, MSW Director, Public Policy & Advocacy Marion County Commission on Youth, Inc. (MCCOY) 1375 W. 16th Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 mindi.goodpaster@mccoyouth.org 317-921-1266 x103 www.mccoyouth.org

Indiana Bullying Law: How to Address Bullying Head On Part 2 BPCC Training Indiana Bullying Law: How to Address Bullying Head On Part 2 Kimberly Ewing, OBPP Trainer, Diversity & Inclusion Trainer, Implicit Bias Trainer, Life Coach & Consultant kimberly@kdemotivates.com Like us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram kdemotivates.com 812-320-4030 ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 17

Recognition of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program BPCC Training Recognition of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program “Promising Program” by Blueprints for Healthy Youth Development (University of Colorado) Most Innovative Program of the Year in the U.S. (2009) by CHADD Ttofi & Farrington (2008, 2009, 2011) meta-analyses of bullying prevention programs programs “inspired by the work of Dan Olweus worked best” and that future efforts should be “grounded in the successful Olweus programme” ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 18

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training Dan Olweus, Ph.D. Sue Limber, Ph.D. Program Developer U.S. Developer ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 19

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training Program Components ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 20

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training OBPP is . . . a systems change program designed for all students (K-12) preventive and responsive focused on changing norms and restructuring the school setting research-based ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 21

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training OBPP IS NOT... curriculum (a set of lessons to teach) conflict resolution or peer mediation classroom management technique anger management program suicide prevention program short term effort (1 or 2 years) ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 22

Required OBPP Materials BPCC Training Required OBPP Materials OBPP Schoolwide Guide Document Resources Video: Overview of OBPP OBPP Teacher Guide Video: 6 scenarios for class discussion Olweus Bullying Questionnaire With Vickie Crocker Flerx, Ph.D. Nancy Mullin M.Ed. Jane Riese L.S.W. Marlene Snyder, Ph.D ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 23

Three Key Components of Bullying Behavior BPCC Training Three Key Components of Bullying Behavior Involves an aggressive behavior Typically involves a pattern of behavior repeated over time Imbalance of power or strength ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 24

The three main goals of OBPP are: 1. Reducing existing bullying problems among students. Preventing the development of new bullying problems. 3. Achieving better peer relations at school.

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying? Pop Quiz Time 

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Relevant Data from Limber, Olweus, & Luxenberg (2013) © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 1. True or False Studies suggest that fewer than 10% of children are involved in bullying problems in elementary, middle or high school. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Percentage of Students Bullied 2-3 times/month or more How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Percentage of Students Bullied 2-3 times/month or more (Limber et al., 2013) 20% of students were directly involved in bullying: 16% had been bullied 7% had bullied others © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 2. True or False Students are more likely to be bullied in high school than in elementary or middle school. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Girls’ and Boys’ Experiences with Being Bullied How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Girls’ and Boys’ Experiences with Being Bullied 2-3 times/month or more (Limber et al., 2013) © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Girls’ and Boys’ Experiences with Bullying Others How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Girls’ and Boys’ Experiences with Bullying Others 2-3 times/month or more (Limber et al., 2013) © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 3. True or False Most bullying is physical in nature. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Are Students Bullied? How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz How Are Students Bullied? 2–3 times/ month or more (Limber et al., 2013) © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 4. True or False Girls are more likely than boys to bully others. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Girls’ and Boys’ Involvement in Bullying 2-3 times/month or more How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Girls’ and Boys’ Involvement in Bullying 2-3 times/month or more (Limber et al., 2013)  Bullied others  Bullied by others  Bullied others and was bullied  Not involved © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

By Whom Are Girls and Boys Bullied? How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz By Whom Are Girls and Boys Bullied? 2-3 times/ month or more (Limber et al., 2013) Boys are most often bullied by boys 53% bullied by one or more boys 37% by boys and girls 9% by girls only Girls are bullied by girls and boys 49% by boys and girls 30% by girls only 20% by boys only © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 5. True or False In recent years, cyber bullying has become one of the most common forms of bullying among students. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Are Students Bullied? How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz How Are Students Bullied? 2–3 times/ month or more (Limber et al., 2013) © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 6. True or False The vast majority of students who are bullied tell a teacher or other member of the school staff. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Reporting of Victimization How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Reporting of Victimization Many children do not report bullying to school staff. Older students and boys are less likely than younger students and girls to report their victimization. © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Do Students Report Being Bullied? To Whom? How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Do Students Report Being Bullied? To Whom? 2–3 times/ month or more (Limber et al., 2013) 3-5th Grade 6-8th Grade 9-12th Grade © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 7. True or False Bullying is just as likely on the way to and from school as during school hours. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Where Are Students Bullied? How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Where Are Students Bullied? 1–2 times or more* (Limber et al., 2013) Bullying Location *Students could select more than one location. © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

In How Many Locations Are Students Bullied? How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz In How Many Locations Are Students Bullied? 1–2 times or more (Limber et al., 2013) 2/3 have been bullied in more than one place. Nearly 1/2 have been bullied in three or more places. © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz 8. True or False Most students who observe bullying don’t think they should get involved. False © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Empathy For Bullied Students How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Empathy For Bullied Students (Limber et al., 2013) Vast majority feel sorry for the bullied students More girls than boys feel sorry for the bullied students More younger than older students feel sorry for the bullied students © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Watching…and Joining In Bullying How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Watching…and Joining In Bullying (Limber et al., 2013) Onlookers: “just watch” Followers: Could join in Grade level © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

Taking Action To Stop Bullying How Much Do YOU Know About Bullying Quiz Taking Action To Stop Bullying Students who try to help a bullied student (Limber et al., 2013) Decreases in helping with age Biggest changes between elementary and middle school Girls are somewhat more likely to say they will help © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus

What Roles Do Students Play In Bullying Situations? BPCC Training What Roles Do Students Play In Bullying Situations? G Start the bullying and take an active part A Dislike the bullying, help or try to help the bullied student Defenders Students Who Bully Student Who Is Bullied Take an active part, but do not start the bullying B Followers H Support the bullying, but do not take an active part C Supporters Possible Defenders Dislike the bullying and think they ought to help, but don’t do it Passive Supporters F D Like the bullying, but do not display open support Disengaged Onlookers TG, p. 24 Watch what happens, don’t take a stand E ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 36

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training BULLYING = PEER ABUSE ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 51

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training Why address bullying? 1. For students and their futures (mental & physical health) 2. For a healthy school climate (academic achievement) 3. For the larger community 4. Risk management for schools 5. It’s a wise investment 6. It’s the law ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 16 Tab 1: Doc 1

Effects of Being Bullied BPCC Training Effects of Being Bullied Lower self-esteem Depression & anxiety Absenteeism & lowered school achievement Thoughts of suicide Illness ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 53

Health Consequences of Bullying (Fekkes et al., 2004) BPCC Training Health Consequences of Bullying (Fekkes et al., 2004) Bullied Not bullied Headache 16% 6% Sleep problems 42% 23% Abdominal pain 17% 9% Feeling tense 20% 9% Anxiety 28% 10% Feeling unhappy 23% 5% Depression scale moderate indication 49% 16% strong indication 16% 2% ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 54

Children at Higher Risk of Being Bullied: BPCC Training Children at Higher Risk of Being Bullied: Children with disabilities, special needs, and health problems Children who are obese Children who are LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) TG Doc 5 ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 55

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training Children Who Bully Bullying may be part of a conduct-disordered behavior pattern. This pattern may continue into young adulthood. Olweus study: Youth who bullied others in middle school were 4 times as likely to have 3 or more convictions by age 24. ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 56

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training Bullying Behavior May Violate Civil or Criminal Law Physical bullying - assault Gender bullying - sexual harassment or assault, dating abuse, domestic violence Intimidating for gain - extortion Rumors/Lies - defamation of character Bullying based on race, national origin, sex, or disability – (civil rights violations) Bullying disabled persons - disability harassment Cyber bullying - harassment by communication; stalking Sexting - child pornography ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 32 Tab 1 : Doc 1

it’s a question of rights. BPCC Training Ultimately… it’s a question of rights. ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training about bullying We will not bully others. We will try to help students who are bullied. We will try to include students who are left out. If we know that somebody is being bullied, we will tell an adult at school and an adult at home. SP TG Doc 8 ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 59

©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus BPCC Training Remember…… Stopping bullying takes a team effort. You play a critical position on the team. Change happens in small increments but can have positive long-term impact for us all! ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus Tab 1: Doc 1 © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 60

© 2014 Susan Limber, PhD; Vicki Flerx, PhD; Nancy Mullin, MEd; BPCC Training © 2014 Susan Limber, PhD; Vicki Flerx, PhD; Nancy Mullin, MEd; Jane Riese, LSW; and Marlene Snyder, PhD This presentation is based on the work of Dan Olweus, PhD. Use of this presentation is restricted to persons trained by the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program and groups they work with for the express purpose of training schools, parents and community groups about the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program model. Appropriate credit to the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program must appear on all presentation materials. No other use or changes are permitted without prior written permission from the authors. For further information, please contact: Marlene Snyder, PhD at nobully@clemson.edu or call 864-710-4562. ©2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. www.clemson.edu/olweus © 2014 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, U.S. 96 Tab 1: Doc 1