In the state of Alabama, one very important aspect of the Jamari Terrell Williams Student Bullying Prevention Act (Section 16-28B) is a clearly defined procedure for students to use in reporting bullying, including, but not limited to, written reports on local board approved complaint forms and written reports of instances of bullying, intimidation, violence, and threats of violence based on the personal characteristics of a student. The complaint form may be served in person or by mail on the principal, or his or her designee, or his or her office. The procedures shall be made known and be readily available to each student, employee, and the parent or guardian of each student. It is the sole responsibility of the affected student, or the parent or guardian of the affected student, to report incidences of bullying to the principal, or his or her designee.
On tonight’s show, I will be speaking with Harlan Michell about this law and educating ourselves on what is expected of schools and caretakers when it comes to bullying. I hope you will listen and share.