School Safety Law News for 6/18/12

  • A high school freshman in New York was suspended for her anti-bullying class projects: a YouTube video and a Facebook page featuring a fictitious bullying victim, who commits suicide. Educators allegedly said that the student’s actions could lead to jail time, while many families believe the school overreacted.
  • An Oklahoma sixth grader was expelled for dunking a classmate’s head in the toilet—and his principal reported him to the police. This appears to be a first time offense. “I think bullying has been a problem since I was in school. It’s just dealt with differently now,” the principal said.
  • School safety goes collaborative in Maryland, where community members in AAA of Maryland reward students for being Outstanding School Safety Patrols. Students are selected for leadership, solid academics, and character.