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We have all heard news stories of cyber bullying resulting in some teens committing suicide. Some kids (and adults) go as far as creating Facebook pages and websites to make fun of or to bully someone. Now some in the state legislature want to expand bully laws.
Can you see where this is going? The key word in the quote above is "students" not children. Can you see where this is going now? If not:
My question is, why make the schools be responsible for disciplining children for cyber bullying if they are doing this from home? The school is supposed to provide a safe environment for our children on campus. It's the responsibility of the parents to provide a safe environment for their children away from school. It's also the responsibility of parents to demand their schools maintain a safe environment for the children while at school.
Do you think this legislation is infringing upon the responsibilities of parents?
Lawmakers say students need to be protected in and outside of the classroom.
Can you see where this is going? The key word in the quote above is "students" not children. Can you see where this is going now? If not:
State representative Barbara Reese said she'll introduce legislation this week to make it illegal for students to bully via text message, email or on social networking sites. Reese says it will give authority for schools to police students.
"I hope it will make young people more aware of bullying in all areas and that it will cut down on bullying in the classrooms and schools," said Rep. Reese.
My question is, why make the schools be responsible for disciplining children for cyber bullying if they are doing this from home? The school is supposed to provide a safe environment for our children on campus. It's the responsibility of the parents to provide a safe environment for their children away from school. It's also the responsibility of parents to demand their schools maintain a safe environment for the children while at school.
Do you think this legislation is infringing upon the responsibilities of parents?