Hillsborough’s Civility Statement: Back-To-School Countdown (Day 6)

The Brandon Patch Back-To-School Countdown proceeds with this Day 6 report on news you can use as you get ready for the opening bell of the first day of classes.

Teachers in the Hillsborough County School District go back to school August 15 to prepare for the first day of school for students, August 23.

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Loud, offensive language and profanity.

Intimidation, harassment, bullying and an “inappropriate display of anger."

Threats of verbal or physical harm.

Threatening, abusive or obscene telephone conversations, written communication, electronic mail or voicemail.

And behaviors that “interfere with or threaten to interfere with school activities.”

Each of the above is considered “unacceptable behavior” by the Hillsborough County School District.

Indeed, students, employees, parents and members of the public are asked to report such incidents to school officials, immediate supervisors or authorities.

The district, too, has established a civility statement. It reads:

"In order to provide a safe, caring and orderly environment, Hillsborough County Public Schools expects civility from all who engage in school activities. Mutual respect, professionalism and common courtesy are essential qualities that all need to demonstrate in promoting an educational environment free from disruptions, harassment, bullying and aggressive actions."

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ABOUT THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL COUNTDOWN:

This is the sixth posting in a 41-day effort that counts down the days before the opening bell of the 2011-12 school year for the Hillsborough County School District.

Previously posted:

• Back-To-School Countdown (Day 1) — FANG Fesitval