Harassment/Hazing/Discrimination Prohibited:

Kansas law and USD # 413 board policy prohibits incidents involving initiations, hazings, intimidations, bullying and/or related activities which are likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm, or which affect the attendance of another student.

The board of education is committed to providing a positive and productive learning environment, free from any form of harassment or discrimination based upon race, color, religion, or national origin. Harassment shall not be tolerated in the school district. Harassment of students by employees, other students of the district, or others having business or other contact with the school district is strictly prohibited.

All forms of harassment or discrimination are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all school-sponsored programs or events. Harassment may result from verbal or physical conduct or written or graphic material. Harassment may include, but is not limited to: verbal harassment or abuse; pressure for sexual activity; repeated remarks to a person with sexual, racial, or demeaning implication; unwelcome touching; or suggesting or demanding sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit threats concerning a student’s grades, participation in extra-curricular activities, etc.

All victims of harassment or discrimination and persons with knowledge of such harassment or discrimination are encouraged to report the incident immediately. They should report the incident to the building principal, another administrator, the guidance counselor, or another certified staff member. An investigation by the building principal or assistant superintendent is required in order to resolve the problem. If a satisfactory resolution cannot be reached the student may file a formal complaint with the superintendent and further investigation will be done. If a person’s alleged behavior is found to be harassment, that person will be subject to discipline under the employee or student code of conduct.