Hagerstown, MD (December 14, 2016) - Based on the work of the Board of Education’s (BOE) Policy Review and Development Committee, the BOE approved a first read of Policy JFH, entitled “Policy Prohibiting Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation.” during its December 13, 2016 business meeting. The BOE is providing an additional opportunity for public comment through the close of business on December 30, 2016.

The proposed policy can be found at Boarddocs: http://www.boarddocs.com/mabe/wcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=AGMQKF69AC8A 

The BOE is expected to consider a second read and possible adoption of the policy at its January 3 business meeting. 

Emails with comments may be sent to:

• Mrs. Jacqueline Fischer, Committee Chairperson: [email protected]
• Mrs. Melissa Williams, Committee Member: [email protected] 
• Mr. Anthony Trotta, Chief Legal Counsel and Staff Liaison to the Committee: [email protected]

Written comments may also be sent to the above individuals at the Center for Education Services, 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740.