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District presents new student conflict procedures and student interaction form; principals report reduced ‘tattling’
Summary
District staff described a rollout of a student conflict and harassment protocol, a student interaction form and related SEL supports; principals reported fewer parent calls for minor teasing and said students are being taught to use their voice first.
District staff told the board they have rolled out a revised student conflict and harassment protocol that clarifies the difference between everyday conflict and bullying and adds a student interaction form for documenting incidents.
Staff described a multi‑tier rollout that included training for principals, parent communications at open house, newsletters and web postings; principals completed a short survey about implementation and reported both anecdotal improvements and some measurable changes. Several principals said parents now ask whether their child completed the student interaction form before escalating to the superintendent, and one presenter said that parent calls about playground teasing have decreased as teachers and students apply the new approach.
Presenters emphasized that the form is not a standalone program but is intended to work alongside social‑emotional learning lessons and behavior education. Board discussion touched on the need for consistent principal training, documentation practices for incidents that may later be used in court, and ensuring classroom‑level SEL instruction complements the protocol.
The board viewed a short student‑produced video (the “Ferguson News Club”) demonstrating student messaging about conflict and how to use the student voice in resolving disputes. No policy change was adopted at the meeting; staff said they will continue to monitor data and provide updates to the board.
