NCJ Number
179255
Date Published
January 1999
Length
164 pages
Annotation
This is a guide for schools on protecting students from harassment and hate crimes.
Abstract
The document provides step-by-step assistance to schools for: (1) developing a comprehensive written anti-harassment policy; (2) identifying and responding effectively to harassment; (3) establishing formal reporting and complaint procedures; (4) creating a safe and supportive school climate; (5) responding to hate-motivated violence through cooperation and partnerships between school and law enforcement officials; and (6) developing crisis intervention plans to avoid disruption of the educational process. It defines and describes harassment and hate crimes, and contains information about applicable laws and about sources for the most current information on Federal and State anti-harassment laws. The document reminds school authorities that all anti-harassment policies should be written and applied in a manner that recognizes the First Amendment rights of students and employees. Notes, appendixes