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Minnesota Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies
What term is used in the Minnesota anti-bullying laws?
Intimidation and bullying.
Do these laws cover cyberbullying?
Yes.
What groups are listed under Minnesota state law?
There are no specific groups listed in Minnesota 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?
Minnesota does not have a model policy.
Which of the key components can be found in Minnesota anti-bullying laws and policies?
Key Components | Present in Minnesota State Laws |
---|---|
DEFINITIONS | |
YES | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO | |
DISTRICT POLICY REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT | |
YES | |
NO | |
DISTRICT POLICY COMPONENTS | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO | |
ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO | |
NO |
NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.
What are the Minnesota state laws that cover bullying?
For More Information
See “Bullying and Safe Schools” from the Minnesota Department of Education.
Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).