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| Intro: | The House passed a measure to give school administrators greater power to stop cyberbullying. |
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| RunTime: | 0:45 |
| OutCue: | SOC |
Wrap: If signed into law, the bill will set out standards regarding the use of the internet to intimidate or harass students.
Springfield Democrat and former school principal Sara Lampe said this will help administrators fight cyberbullying, giving them legal definitions of the practice.
| Actuality: | LAMPE2.WAV |
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| Run Time: | 00:13 |
| Description: "The gentleman from Barton asked a very interesting question Mr. speaker. He said 'How do you know?' and that's why an explicit policy helps you know. It's necessary to give teachers and staff the backing they need." | |
Lampe said while the law is a good start, cyberbullying needs to be even more defined so administrators can take swift action.
There was no vocal opposition to the bill, it now goes to the Senate for approval.
From the State Capitol, I'm Alex Klingelhoeffer
| Intro: | The House gave the final go ahead for an anti school violence measure Thursday that gives teachers greater authority to stop fights between students. |
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| RunTime: | 0:43 |
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Wrap: The bill grants teachers immunity when following board policies to end altercations and harassment of students.
Marshall Democrat Joe Aull says although the bill is not perfect, it protects teachers who are trying to enforce school discipline.
| Actuality: | AULL.WAV |
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| Run Time: | 00:14 |
| Description: "Can somebody sue a teacher? Surely they can, but if we have it in statute that says that teacher is excused from liability if they follow board policy, that should give our school people much more protection so I think that's a very important provision." | |
The bill also defines cyberbullying, giving administrators a legal definition to stop students being harassed over the internet.
There was no vocal opposition to the bill, it now goes to the Senate for approval.
From the State Capitol, I'm Alex Klingelhoeffer.