It is important to understand that cyber bullying is considered a criminal offense by the state of Maryland. Here is a great link explaining State laws for cyber bullying and state mandated school policies to prevent cyber bullying:
http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/resources/cyberbullying-maryland.htm
As a school, it is vital for us to be clear on our Acceptable Use Policies for technology for students, faculty and parents. The law gives us specific language to follow to aid all of our stakeholders in understanding the importance of responsible use of technology.
It is important for parents to understand the effect these laws can have for themselves, and more importantly, can have upon their own child.
The next blog will discuss ways in which parents can identify:
1) whether their child is being cyber bullied
OR
2) whether their child may be cyber bullying.
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