On Feb. 9, 2011 I attended an assembly for the students of Clark Public School, during this visit I had an opportunity to discuss the topic of cyber bullying with some of the young people in my district.
Below are some of the points that were discussed:
- New Jersey was one of the first states in the nation to pass anti-bullying legislation in 2002.
- On Jan 5, 2011 New Jersey signed into law the Anti -Bullying Bill of Rights Act. This new law is a product of nearly a year of research and discussion with top experts on the effects of bullying, anti-bullying advocates and the victims themselves.
- At its core, it will help combat harassment, intimidation and bullying among students.
- Additionally this bill provides a basis for schools to use for taking measures for the students to protect them from physical and cyber bullying.
- The new law designates the week beginning with the first Monday in October of each year as a “Week of Respect” and requires districts to observe the week by providing age-appropriate instruction focusing on preventing harassment, intimidation or bullying.
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