WORKSHEET 5 EXAMPLE NEW POLICIES

NAME: John Smith and Sally Jones

State your problem (from #4 in Worksheet 1)

Bullying in Jefferson Elementary School

What are three new policies that could solve the problem?

Proposed Solution 1

Purchase and teach Steps to Respect, a schoolwide bullying prevention program used in language arts classes in many schools.

Proposed Solution 2

Develop a clear definition of bullying and post it in all classrooms. Include a list of actions for violations: first offense: detention and phone call to parents; second offense: one day suspension and meeting with parents.; third offense: up to five day suspension and meeting with the parents.

Proposed Solution 3

Develop a clear definition of bullying and post it in all classrooms. Establish an after school program to be conducted by the school guidance counselor. Bullying students would have to participate in twelve hours of counseling.