Sumter Academy // Student Handbook
Section 6.C — Behavior

Sumter Academy prohibits acts of bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, intimidation, or any behavior that compromises the learning environment and well-being of students, faculty or staff.

Bullying may include the following specific behaviors:

  • Repeated behaviors targeting an individual/group
  • Hitting, kicking, shoving, spitting, hair pulling, etc
  • Teasing, name-calling, critical remarks, or threatening, in person, by NetMail or NetText message
  • Rude and/or threatening gestures
  • Intimidation, extortion or exploitation
  • Spreading rumors or harmful gossip
  • Hazing

Students are responsible for reporting violations. All reports will be documented and the student, or appropriate adult, should complete and submit a Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation Reporting form.

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