Pupil discipline: cyberbullying: parent accountability.
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No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill outlines the state’s intention to create a system where students and their parents involved in repeated cyberbullying incidents or suspensions for cyberbullying must participate in educational programs. The California Department of Education would develop these programs, and local schools would be required to report participation and any instances of non-compliance by parents. Failure to complete the required programs could result in notices of noncompliance and fines for parents.
Key provisions
- The state will develop cyberbullying education, counseling, and training programs.
- Students and their parents involved in cyberbullying incidents must participate in these programs.
- Local educational agencies must report participation and non-compliance.
- Parents who fail to complete the program may receive notices of noncompliance.
- Noncompliance could result in fines for parents.
Who is affected
- Students
- Parents of Students
- Local Educational Agencies
- California Department of Education
Notable changes
- Requires parental involvement in cyberbullying rehabilitation programs.
- Establishes reporting requirements for schools regarding program participation.
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