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The New York State Center for School Safety

Providing support to schools, families, and communities

Supportive Environments

Students with Disabilities

Pete's Video: Don't Bully - Be a Friend
Pete Scampavia, a young man with multiple disabilities, completed this bullying prevention video "DON’T BULLY, BE A FRIEND" as his Eagle Scout project.

Peer Advocates -

Peer advocacy—speaking out on the behalf of others — is a unique approach that empowers students to protect those targeted by bullying.

Walk a Mile In Their Shoes -

An overview on AbilityPath.org’s Report and Guide to Bullying and Special Needs

Special Needs Youth and Bullying -
Alberti Center Fact Sheet

Other Helpful Links

Parent Fact Sheet -
What Are Public Schools Required to Do When Students with Disabilities Are Bullied?
United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights

School Connectedness

Attendance & Absenteeism

Updated Resources

LGBTQ Inclusivity

Students with Disabilities

Implicit Bias & Discipline Disproportionality

Violence Prevention Resources

Resources to Support Discipline Reform

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