Student Handbook

NOT NICE!	When someone says or does something unintentionally hurtful and they only do it once….   -THAT IS NOT NICE
MEAN	When someone says or does something intentionally hurtful and they do it once….   -THAT IS MEAN
BULLYING	When someone says or does something intentionally hurtful and they keep doing it over a period of time, even when you tell them to stop or show them that you are upset…  -THAT IS BULLYING

·        Prohibition of Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying

o   Eatonville School District is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, parents/legal guardians, volunteers and patrons that is free from harassment, intimidation or bullying. “Harassment, intimidation or bullying” means any intentional written message or image, including those that are electronically transmitted, a verbal, or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by (race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, mental or physical disability) or other distinguishing characteristics, when an act:

§  Physically harms a student or damages the student’s property;

§  Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s education;

§  Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive, that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment;

§  Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.

·        Nothing in this section requires the affected student to actually possess a characteristic that is a basis for the harassment, intimidation, or bullying.

·        “Other distinguishing characteristics” can include but are not limited to: physical appearance, clothing or other apparel, socioeconomic status, and weight.

·        “Intentional acts” refers to the individual’s choice to engage in the act rather than the ultimate impact of the action(s).

·        For school discipline purposes, “harassment, intimidation and bullying” includes: 

o   intentional hurtful, threatening, or intimidating verbal and/or physical conduct in violation of Eatonville School District policy 3207 and procedure 3207P; 

o   unsolicited or unwelcome verbal or physical conduct that is harassing or intimidating that can be of a sexual, religious, racial or ethnic nature, or based on disability;  

o   a threat to cause bodily injury, property damage, or to cause the physical confinement or restraint of the person threatened, or any other act causing substantial harm to the physical or mental health of the person threatened. 

·        Sexual harassment includes all unwanted, uninvited, and non-reciprocal sexual attention as well as the creation of an intimidating, hostile, or offensive school or work environment.  This can include:

o   Sexually suggestive looks or gestures

o   Sexual jokes, pictures or teasing

o   Pressure for dates or sex

o   Sexually demeaning comments

o   Deliberate touching, cornering or pinching

o   Attempts to kiss or fondle

o   Threats, demands or suggestions that favors will be granted in exchange for sex or tolerance of sexual advances

o   Exposing personal/private body parts to others

o   Pulling down someone’s pants/shorts (pantsing) in or outside of the locker room.

o   Taking or Sharing photos, videos, or audio of people in the restroom or locker room. 

§  Disciplinary action for students guilty of sexual harassment will be dependent upon, but not limited to, the student's attitude, intent, the effect on other students, and/or staff, mitigating circumstances, and the student's disciplinary history.  Based on these factors, discipline may be imposed, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

What can you do?

1.  Self advocate. Stand up for yourself! It’s the first step in stopping harassment. If someone is treating you in a way you don’t like, TELL THEM to STOP!

2.  Get Help. If you have told the person(s) who is bothering you to leave you alone and they won’t stop, come to the office, report to an adult and get our help!  Ignoring the people who harass you won’t make them stop.

3.  Be aware that YOUR OWN ACTIONS can hurt people’s feelings. You may be bothering someone and you don’t even know it!

4.  Take a stand against harassment even when it’s not aimed at you. If you see harassment, speak up! Help keep Columbia Crest a safe place where learning can occur.

5.  When in doubt- Tell the person to stop, walk away, and report to an adult immediately!