Student Wellness
Hazing and Bullying Policy
On August 16, 2012, the Milford School Board approved additions to its Hazing and Bullying policy, file JFCF. The Board has added the requirements from recently passed House Bill 116, the “Jessica Logan Act”. The policy now states that “Students found responsible for harassment, intimidation or bullying by an electronic act may be suspended." Another addition to the policy specifically states that students could face suspension for acts of harassment, intimidation or bullying on a school bus.
Reported Bullying Incidents
Pursuant to House Bill 276, the District is required to annually post the number of reported bullying and harassment incidents that occur in each of our buildings.
Reported Bullying Incidents
2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MHS | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
MMS | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Boyd E. Smith | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Charles L. Seipelt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
McCormick | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Meadowview | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Mulberry | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Pattison | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Total | 3 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
These incidents have been validated as meeting the definition of bullying. Disciplinary actions were taken in each of these cases. The consequences ranged from implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports and In School Suspension to Out of School Suspension and/or Expulsion. These actions reflected the individual severity of the situation and age of the student.
Stay Safe! Speak Up! Helpline
Milford Exempted Village Schools uses the Stay Safe! Speak Up! Parent/Staff/Student Helpline to provide students, families, and staff with a confidential way to report safety concerns. Reports may include concerns related to bullying, harassment, threats, school violence, or other situations that may impact the safety of students, staff, or school facilities.
Reports can be submitted 24/7 by calling 1-866-listen2me (1-866-547-8362) or by using the Stay Safe! Speak Up! reporting tool available on the district and school websites. Milford Schools partners with PublicSchoolWORKS to provide this service and help maintain confidentiality. Once a report is submitted, district and building administrators receive the information, review the concern, and take appropriate action, which may include investigation, student support, or disciplinary follow-up when necessary.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Milford Exempted Village Schools encourages anyone experiencing mental health struggles, emotional distress, substance use concerns, suicidal thoughts, or who simply needs someone to talk to, to call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The 988 Lifeline connects individuals with trained counselors who can provide free and confidential support 24/7.
Students, families, and staff are reminded that they are not alone, and help is available. For immediate emergencies or life-threatening situations, please call 911.