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Guidance for Parents on the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act

This document provides information and resources to help families and caregivers understand their rights and know the responsibilities of school districts as it pertains to the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act (ABR). Families and caregivers are encouraged to review this guidance which defines harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) as per the ABR, clarifies HIB reporting procedures, outlines timelines for investigations, explains the steps to appeal the findings of an HIB investigation, and provides other information that families may find helpful.