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South Carolina Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies
What term is used in the South Carolina anti-bullying laws?
Harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
Do these laws cover cyberbullying?
Yes.
What groups are listed under South Carolina state law?
There are no specific groups listed in South Carolina anti-bullying laws.
Schools that receive federal funding are required by federal law to address discrimination on a number of different personal characteristics. Find out when bullying may be a civil rights violation.
Is there a state model policy I can use to create anti-bullying policies at my school or district?
A state model policy, Model Policy Prohibiting Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying, is available by request from the South Carolina State Department of Education.
Which of the key components can be found in South Carolina anti-bullying laws and policies?
| Key Components | Present in South Carolina State Laws | Present in South Carolina Model Policy |
|---|---|---|
DEFINITIONS | ||
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | NO | |
DISTRICT POLICY REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT | ||
YES | N/A | |
NO | N/A | |
DISTRICT POLICY COMPONENTS | ||
YES | N/A | |
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | NO | |
ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS | ||
YES | YES | |
YES | YES | |
NO | NO | |
YES | NO | |
NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.
What are the South Carolina state laws that cover bullying?
- South Carolina Code Annotated §59-63-110 – Safe school climate act
- South Carolina Code Annotated §59-63-120 – Definitions
- South Carolina Code Annotated §59-63-130 – Prohibited conduct; reports by witnesses
- South Carolina Code Annotated §59-63-140 – Local school districts to adopt policies prohibiting harassment, bullying prevention programs
- South Carolina Code Annotated §59-63-150 – Availability of civil or criminal redress; immunity of reporting school employee or volunteer
- South Carolina Code Annotated §59-63-425 – Transfer upon violation of restraining order; interscholastic activity eligibility
For More Information
Visit the South Carolina Department of Education website.
Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).
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