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Alaska Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies
What term is used in the Alaska anti-bullying laws?
Harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
Do these laws cover cyberbullying?
No.
What groups are listed under Alaska state law?
There are no specific groups listed in Alaska’s anti-bullying laws.
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Is there a state model policy I can use to create anti-bullying policies at my school or district?
A state model policy is available at the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development . Additionally, view Sample Issues and Areas to Consider When Developing Local Policies for Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying .
Which of the key components can be found in Alaska anti-bullying laws and policies?
Key Components | Present in Alaska State Laws | Present in Alaska Model Policy |
---|---|---|
DEFINITIONS | ||
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | YES | |
DISTRICT POLICY REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT | ||
YES | N/A | |
NO | N/A | |
DISTRICT POLICY COMPONENTS | ||
NO | N/A | |
YES | YES | |
NO | YES | |
NO | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | YES | |
ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS | ||
YES | YES | |
NO | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | NO |
NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.
What are the Alaska state laws that cover bullying?
- Alaska Statute §14.33.200 – Harassment, intimidation, and bullying policy
- Alaska Statute §14.33.210 – Reporting of incidents of harassment, intimidation, or bullying
- Alaska Statute §14.33.220 – Reporting; no reprisals
- Alaska Statute §14.33.230 – Immunity from suit
- Alaska Statute §14.33.250 – Definitions
For More Information
See “Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying ” by the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development.
Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).