Requires development of guidance and training to address social media in harassment, intimidation, and bullying in schools; revises student learning standards to include instruction on social media in school bullying.
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This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Education to develop guidance and training for schools to address social media's role in harassment, intimidation, and bullying. It also mandates revisions to student learning standards to include instruction on social media and school bullying. Furthermore, the bill establishes a School Climate State Coordinator and directs the State Board of Education to update curriculum regarding digital citizenship and social media’s impact on students.
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