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It is the policy of the Department of Education to provide services to all persons, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, disability, ancestry, or national origin, in accordance with federal and state laws.

Help available for schools to prevent bullying among students

Schools can receive materials and assistance from a national bullying prevention campaign that was announced March 1by U.S. Surgeon General Richard Carmona. “Take A Stand. Lend A Hand. Stop Bullying Now!” was unveiled at a Washington, DC middle school.

The “Stop Bullying Now!” campaign was developed by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration in partnership with approximately 70 health, safety, education and faith-based organizations. Bullying behavior among students is viewed as a school safety issue and can be a mental health concern; improvement of school climate can contribute positively to student learning.  Prevention of bullying can be part of a school’s overall effort to provide a safe and drug-free facility for students.

All campaign materials including animated webisodes, public service announcements and resources for educators, health and safety professionals, parents and others are available online March 1^st at http://www.StopBullyingNow.hrsa.gov/index.asp.

Resources are also available by calling 1-888-ASK-HRSA.