Please note that regardless of where behavior fits into the above chart, it will be addressed by administration and counseling, if it is needed, and there may be consequences according to what has occurred. Conflict: Conflict is a natural part of human development, and as an educational institution, we strive to teach and support students’ understanding and skills for conflict resolution - an ongoing component of character education at CNG. We recognize that student management of conflict resolution is developmental in nature with resulting behaviors such as arguments, disagreements and/or a range of unacceptable physical interactions including pushing, shoving or fighting. Sometimes friendships ebb and flow and that can also lead to conflict, but typically conflict can be resolved independently or with the help of an adult. Bullying: Bullying is intentional, unwanted aggressive behavior(s) by one (or more) person(s) toward another that involves an observed or perceived power imbalance and is typically repeated multiple times. Bullying may inflict serious harm or distress on the targeted youth. All cases of bullying will be determined based on the professional judgement of the school-based team. • With the aforementioned definitions in mind, it is the responsibility of CNG community members to report bullying situations to the appropriate Administrator in a timely manner so effective follow up and intervention takes place. CNG Process for Follow Up: 1. A report of a bullying situation may be made by a student, teacher, parent or any school personnel to a building-level Principal/Associate Principal (AP) or divisional Counselor. Reports need to be made in a timely fashion to be handled in a comprehensive manner. The reported incident is documented in writing and/ or via Skyward referral system. The latter is the process for school personnel. In alignment with our progressive discipline policy, bullying incidents can only be handled by the Administration once they have been reported. 2. A full investigation of all involved parties is then undertaken by School Principal/AP, as well as the Chief of Security, as needed. The CNG Disciplinary Process is outlined in the CNG Code of Honor and Disciplinary Policy (p.7). Please note: in accordance with best- practice research, in a situation which may be deemed bullying, those involved are interviewed separately. Testimonies are recorded, documented in Skyward, and cross referenced. 3. If after investigation, it is deemed by the school-based team that bullying has occurred (see definition), disciplin- ary consequences, parent meetings, and counseling sessions ensue in accordance with our CNG Code of Honor and Dis- ciplinary Policy. Although as a school we believe in Restorative Practices, this approach is typically not appropriate for situations of bullying. |
a. All incidents of bullying are serious offenses and will receive corresponding consequences. Repeated bullying, bullying which occurs despite intervention, or particularly severe instances of bullying are grave offenses. b. All cases of reported bullying will conclude with ongoing monitoring, support and full-circle communication with students, parents, and school staff as appropriate.
Adapted from Definition of Bullying Among Youths (CDC 2014) and Olweus Prevention Pro- gram literature. Definitions were taken from dic- tionary.law.com and other online dictionaries. |
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CNG POLICY ON STUDENT RIGHTS RELATED TO SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY AS ALIGNED WITH COLOMBIAN LAW As stated in our CNG Honor Code and Disciplinary Policy since 2010: Listed as a Serious Offense: Expressing intolerance relating to race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sex, gender expression, or personal orientation. As officially outlined in Colombian law for schools and other institutions, CNG policies reflect our school’s ongoing commitment to the following: 1. Respecting the rights of all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and; 2. Providing active protection for students to help prevent and strongly address any kind of discrimination, harassment, violence, aggression, bullying, or exclusion by other students or from members of the school community. |
CNG’s policy statement conforms to Article 16 of the Colombian Constitution, which states: “All persons have the right to free development of personality, with no other limitations than those imposed by the rights of others and by the legal system.” Colombian law also regards individuals with diverse gender identity as part of a minority that has been historically discriminated against and excluded, even within the LGBT community. As a result, the protections provided to all CNG students exist not only to prevent them from being victims of any type of discrimination but also to allow them their legal right to fully and freely develop their personal sexual orienta- tion and gender identity. Approved by the CNG Board of Directors Policy Adopted on September 5, 2016 |
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SEXUAL HARASSMENT INFORMATION Sexual harassment is defined as unwanted and unwelcome sexual behavior and individuals who experience sexual harassment feel fearful, intimidated, manipulated, and overpowered. a. Sexual harassment which is physical may include touching that is uncomfortable, embarrassing, and/or offensive. b. Sexual harassment is most frequently verbal. i. Using crude or sexually inappropriate language can be considered sexual harassment if it creates an uncomfortable environment. ii. Sexual harassment may also include offensive jokes, comments, greetings, verbal teasing, or inappropriate name-calling, such as ‘‘hey, babe,’’ ‘‘hot stuff,’’ or ‘‘big stud.’’ |
iii. Students often sexually harass others by calling them ‘‘fag,’’ ‘‘homo,’’ or other degrading terms that refer to sexual orientation. c. Other types of sexual harassment include students starting or spreading sexual rumors, sending mean or crude text messages, writing sexual graffiti on bathroom walls, sending crude e-mails or letters, and displaying sexual drawings or pornography. d. Requesting sexual favors, especially when a power dynamic between students is in place, for various reasons is considered sexual harassment. e. Sharing images with nudity or sexual content of other students. The above is taken from National Association of School Psychologists 2010 |