Overview
Bullying is commonly understood as aggressive behavior that:
P – Exists in a relationship in which there is an imbalance of Power and Strength
R – Repeated over time
I – Intended to cause distress or harm
"Bullying may involve physical actions, words, gestures, and social isolation. Although bullying may involve direct, relatively open attacks against a victim, bullying is frequently indirect, or subtle in nature (spreading rumors, enlisting a friend to assault a child). The classic definition of bullying in Utah Schools was expanded by the Utah Legislature. Changes are reflected in Administrative Rule R277-613: Local Education Agency (LEA) Policies and Training Regarding Bullying, Cyber-bullying, Hazing, Retaliation, and Abusive Conduct."
The overall goal of bullying prevention and intervention is to provide every student with a safe and supportive school and social environment."
For more in-depth information on bullying for parents, see our Utah State Board of Education "Bullying Prevention" page.
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