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Bullying Prevention Policies and Procedures

, requires school systems to adopt policies and procedures concerning bullying prevention. Senate Bill 2050, 87^th ����ֱ�� Legislature, Regular Session, 2021, added , requiring the ����ֱ�� Education Agency (TEA) to adopt minimum standards for the bullying prevention policies and procedures school systems adopt under TEC, §37.0832(c). TEA finalized its Minimum Standards for Bullying Prevention Policies and Procedures January 31, 2023.

• Minimum Standards for Bullying Prevention

Student Discipline Professional Development and Technical Resources

Student Discipline Professional Development Training and Office Hours:

TEA 2024-2025 Student Discipline – Chapter 37 Training is now offered via  as a self-paced online course. This online training provides the same comprehensive information previously available in-person and virtually, led by Mary Scott. 

Important Details:

• TEALearn Account Required: If you haven't created a TEALearn account, you'll need to set up an account first before enrolling in the course.  The following link explains the process for registration in TEALearn and enrolling in a course through the platform: 

• Access the Training: Links to register for the training can be found by searching on  or at 

• Certificate of Completion: After finishing the course and a short quiz, you'll receive a certificate of completion. Keep this certificate if you plan to attend Student Discipline Office Hours.

• Chat & Chill - Student Discipline Office Hours are available beginning January 2025. You may register for a session after completing the TEALearn Student Discipline Training.  

Student Discipline Technical Resources

• PEIMS Discipline Data - Questions and Answers
• PEIMS Discipline Data - Behavior and Definition
• PEIMS Discipline Data - Chart for Determining Mandatory and Discretionary DAEP Placements and Expulsions

Samples

• Alternative Education Program (AEP) Individualized Student Transition Plan