1. DCSD Bully Prevention: Shaping the Community We Want Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins, Ph.D. Executive Director, Learning Support Services Leslie V. Clemensen, M.Ed., CT Student Wellness Coordinator May 17, 2011

2. Overview of DCSD Anti-Bullying Initiatives Bully prevention best practices Current state of DCSD anti-bully initiatives Bullying behavior data Community partners Restorative practices New Outcomes for a New Day

4. Definition of Bullying: HB 11-1254 Written or verbal expression, or physical or electronic act or gesture, or a pattern thereof, that is intended to coerce, intimidate, or cause physical, mental or emotional harm to any student

5. Bully Prevention Best Practices Focus on the social environment of the school Establish/enforce school rules & policies Increase adult supervision in “hot spots” Intervene consistently & appropriately Spend class time on bully prevention

6. Bully Prevention Best Practices (cont’d) Assess bullying at the school Garner staff and parent support Coordinate prevention activities Train staff, students and parents Continue efforts over time

7. Principal: Ally Berggren Teachers: –Jennifer Jacoway (1st grade) –Shannon Herzog (4th grade) Buffalo Ridge Elementary

8. DCSD Data 2008-2010

9. DCSD Data 2008-10

10. Colorado Data 2009

11. National Data 2005 Some groups are singled out

12. DCSD Community Partners Youth Initiative Parenting Coalition

13. Restorative Practices

14. New Outcomes for a New Day Implementation of evidence based curriculum/practices Training for school leaders Training in restorative practices Teach skills to students Discipline category for bullying Data to include information from a variety of stakeholders Implications of HB 11-1254

15. Quote “Peace is not something you wish for; it’s something you make, Something you do, Something you are and Something you give away.” ~Robert Fulghum

16. Questions?