Ways to Report Bullying:
Talk to a trusted adult at school
Use the Bully Report on the BMMS App (currently shown as an "S" in Manager) on your iPad or phone.
1. Download the BMMS App
2. Click on the "Report Bullying" tab on the left side
3. Fill out the form and click "Submit"
All reports are anonymous and go directly to our administration and counselors.
Discrimination and Harassment– See
JGEC - Every student and staff member in USD #497 has the right to feel comfortable in the school environment. The following Nondiscrimination Statement and Notice of Accessibility are applicable to the district:
Lawrence Public Schools are committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination, insult, intimidation, or harassment for any reason. Discrimination, including acts of harassment, against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability is prohibited by federal and state law and district policy. Discrimination, including acts of harassment, against any individual on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status or physical characteristics is prohibited by district policy thereby making the district complaint procedure available to persons who believe they have experienced such discrimination.
Any incident of discrimination, including acts of harassment, shall be promptly reported for investigation and corrective action by the principal or district compliance coordinator.