First Lutheran School's Bullying Policy
Purpose First Lutheran School (FLS) is an anti-bullying campus. We do not condone bullying. We want our students to live by the Golden Rule from Luke 6:31 - "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." We teach our students to "be strong and courageous" (Deuteronomy 31:6) and to "love our enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matthew 5:43-48). We want our students to rely on God to overcome words that hurt us and "encourage one another and build each other up" (1Thessalonians 5:11). Since bullying is not condoned at FLS, students who bully are subject to disciplinary actions. Bullies may also be provided with assistance to end their unaaceptable behavior, and targets of bullies may be provided with assistance to overcome the negative effects of bullying. Although mandated to public schools only, FLS makes a reasonable effort to follow guidance from the Oklahoma School Safety and Bullying Prevention Act which is also a good resource for how to prevent bullying, how to recognize bullying, how to report bullying, and the consequences of bullying. More detail can be located at sde.ok.gov/bullying-prevention. Our complete Bullying Policy is available by contacting the school office. Non-Discrimination PolicyIn accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information ( e.g. Braille, large print, audio tape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint form, (AD-3027) found online at:
www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/usda-program-discrimination-complaint-form.pdf and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: US Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected]. This institution is a an equally opportunity provider. School District: Ponca City School District School Code: 07136I071999 Pray for God's guidance as we work together for the spiritual and academic success of all of God's children. |
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NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS:
First Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
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First Lutheran School
1104 N 4th St Ponca City, OK 74601 Get Directions Contact Us Phone: 580-762-9950 Phone / Fax: 580-762-4243 Email: School Secretary |
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