Bullying in New York City Schools

The NYC DOE launched the citywide Respect For All program in 2007 in an effort to address bullying and harassment.  According to the DOE:

"The NYC DOE is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment that is free from harassment, intimidation and/or bullying and from discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, citizen-ship/immigration status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or weight."

Is it effective?  More importantly, does it serve all students, or just those identified as a protected class?  Weigh in! 

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http://schools.nyc.gov/RulesPolicies/RespectforAll/Commitment/default.htm

http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/city-teachers-doubt-effectiveness-bully-bill-new-survey-finds-article-1.136840

http://www.stopbullying.gov/laws/new-york.html

NYS Law on Bullying:  "The Dignity Act for All Students"

http://www.p12.nysed.gov/dignityact/