The Dignity Act Resources

General Resources

Policy Resources

Curriculum Resources

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General Resources

NYS Center for School Safety Dignity Act Resources

Social Emotional Learning Resources

LGBTQ Guidance and Resources

Dignity Act Information Quick Guide (updated 9/7/22)

Online Resource for School Counseling and Other Staff Regarding Recognizing and Addressing Cyberbullying (10/2019)

A Resource and Promising Practices Guide for School Administrators and Faculty (Updated 12/2017)

Dignity Act Coordinator Poster (resource for school display) (10/24/17)

StopBullying.gov, U.S. Department of Education, includes resources for kids, teens, young adults, parents, educators, and community, guidance, and much more

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Policy Resources

Preventing CROWN Act Incidents (5/2022)

Understanding the CROWN Act (10/2021)

Guidance for Local Implementation to assist schools, districts, and BOCES in local implementation of the Dignity Act

Guidance for Updating Codes of Conduct to assist schools, districts, and BOCES in updating their Codes of Conduct in accordance with the amended Dignity Act.

Dignity Act Implementation Self-Assessment Tool

U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights

• Federal Laws and Resources
  • Dear Colleague Letter from U.S. Department of Education Regarding Resources for Creating Safe and Supportive School Environments (12/2015)
  • Dear Colleague Letter on Harassment and Bullying (10/26/2010)
    • Background, Summary, and Fast Facts

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Curriculum Resources

Dignity Act Lesson Plan Template

Classroom Toolkits and Activities

Teaching Students to Prevent Bullying

Bullying and Cyberbullying Prevention Strategies and Resources

Improving School Climate to Help Prevent Bullying

Bullying Prevention