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Addressing Bullying, Harassment & All Forms of Hate

Plano ISD unequivocally rejects antisemitism, racism and all forms of hate, and takes any allegation of discrimination with the utmost seriousness. We do not tolerate antisemitic, racist or hateful behavior; any such acts are reprehensible and will be addressed with the fullest extent of the law. At the same time, we are committed to providing every student with a safe and nurturing learning environment where the rich diversity of our community is respected and the cultural and religious traditions that shape our students’ lives are honored. If any student does not feel safe and secure at school, we want to know about it. Plano ISD has resources and a communications process in place to assist families in discussing or reporting concerns—including bullying, harassment, hate, threats, or acts of antisemitism or racism—so that we can act swiftly and better serve our students and families.

Please use the following steps to properly report your concerns:

If a crime has been committed, please contact local law enforcement. (The Plano Police department non-emergency phone number is 972-424-5678). In emergency situations requiring immediate assistance, please call 911.

  1. Email the student’s teacher, campus principal or counselor immediately.
    The following details must be provided to expedite the initial investigation and response: Campus name
    • Name of Plano ISD student (alleged victim)
    • Student ID number
    • Parent name/contact information
    • Names of witnesses 
    • Names of alleged perpetrators
    • Detailed description of alleged event
    • Date of alleged event
    • Location of alleged event
    • Supporting documentation/or other evidence supporting the allegations (if applicable)
    • Other information the reporter feels is relevant to the complaint
       
  2. Concerns can also be reported using the Plano ISD Tip Line. This option includes an anonymous reporting feature, however please note: 

In order to conduct a thorough investigation, it is critically important that reports include specific information regarding the reported allegations including, but not limited to, the name of the alleged victim(s), perpetrator(s) and witnesses; dates of the alleged events; location of the alleged events; any documents or other evidence supporting the allegations; and other information the reporter feels is relevant to the complaint. Without this information, the district’s ability to investigate and address the prohibited conduct is impaired. Plano ISD intends to fully comply with applicable state and federal laws and regulations as well as Board Policies in this regard.

  1. If you have detailed information regarding a specific student incident, you may report your concern using this form. 
     
  2. For detailed steps on how to resolve other concerns, please visit Plano ISD’s resolving complaints and concerns web page.
Antisemitism is defined by Government Code section 448.001 as a certain perception of Jews that may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. The term includes rhetorical and physical acts of antisemitism directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals or their property or toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities. Examples of antisemitism are included with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's "Working Definition of Antisemitism" adopted on May 26, 2016.

Bullying is defined in Section 37.0832 of the Texas Education Code as a single significant act or a pattern of acts by one or more students directed at another student that exploits an imbalance of power and involves engaging in written or verbal expression, expression through electronic means, or physical conduct that:

  1. Has the effect or will have the effect of physically harming a student, damaging a student’s property, or placing a student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or of damage to the student’s property; 
  2. Is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive enough that the action or threat creates an intimidating, threatening, or abusive educational environment for a student;
  3. Materially and substantially disrupts the educational process or the orderly operation of a classroom or school; or 
  4. Infringes on the rights of the victim at school.

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