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School Safety

BCSD SRO Division

School safety is essential for creating a positive learning environment where students and staff feel secure, respected, and supported. A safe school reduces distractions, prevents violence, and promotes mental well-being, allowing students to focus on their education.

 

Effective safety measures, such as emergency preparedness, anti-bullying programs, and secure facilities, help protect everyone on campus. By fostering a culture of safety and awareness, BCS strives to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed without fear.

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Stop Cyber Bullying

Tennessee Bullying Law in Effect July 1, 2025

HB 1025: Driving privileges suspended for minors convicted of harassment, cyberbullying

Under present law, an act of harassment by a minor committed by engaging in bullying or cyberbullying is a delinquent act and must be punished as such under state law.  Beginning July 1, 2025, this bill adds that, in addition to any other disposition authorized by law, the disposition must include the suspension of the minor's driving privileges or ability to obtain a driver license for a period of one year in accordance with the procedures set out in applicable state law pertaining to motor vehicles, penalties, crimes, and procedures.

 

 

Tennessee Law for Reporting Threats of Violence or Significantly Disruptive Behavior - in Effect April 15, 2025
 
HB 1088/SB 0946 - Public Chapter 215
 
This law requires a local educational agency (LEA) that receives credible information regarding a threat of violence or significantly disruptive behavior directed toward, or occurring on the grounds of, a public school in the LEA, and that reports the threat or disruptive behavior to a state or local law enforcement agency, to notify the parents and guardians of students enrolled in the public school of the same threat or disruptive behavior within 48 hours of the LEA making its report to law enforcement.