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| | 1. | | Call to Order
Minutes note: The meeting was called to order at 5:34 PM | | | |
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| | 2. | | Roll Call
Minutes note: Each member present introduced themselves and gave a brief bio. | | | |
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| | 3. | | Discussion of the Scope of the Task Force
Minutes note: The resolution that created the Task Force was read by members. DA Chisholm recommended having discussions with the Health Department and the Office of Violence Prevention about their trauma and violence prevention initiative. There was discussion regarding expanding the purview of the Task Force to all schools in Milwaukee, not just MPS. | | | |
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| | 4. | | Discussion of the Definition of Bullying
Minutes note: There was discussion on how the Task Force will define bullying for its purposes. Dr. Larson defined bullying as involving an imbalance of power, repetition over time, and victim distress. He also stated the CDC definition of bullying is "any unwanted aggressive behavior(s) by another youth or group of youths, who are not siblings or current dating partners, involving an observed or perceived power imbalance. These behaviors are repeated multiple times or are highly likely to be repeated. Bullying may inflict harm or distress on the targeted youth including physical, psychological, social, or educational harm." DA Chisholm asked about the DPI definition of bullying and Dr. Larson responded that DPI uses the CDC definition.
Dr. Tucker asked about bullying by adults vs peers. She stated that adults can be perpetrators of bullying behavior as well, especially against LGBT youth. Dr. Lawrence stated the MPS policy regarding bullying applies to adults and youth.
Ms. Racks stated the psychological and physical impact of bullying should be investigated.
The Chair provided a draft resolution created by the MPS District Advisory Council Anti-Bullying Committee.
Ms. Watson moved to hold the item to the next meeting, seconded by Dr. Tucker. There were no objections. | | | |
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| | 5. | | Discussion of Town Hall Meetings on Bullying
Minutes note: The Chair stated informing the public on what bullying is, is critical to discussing the issue.
DA Chisholm recommended having the town hall meetings after the Task Force has met for a few times, and a uniform presentation be created for the meetings.
Dr. Larson stated the CDC conducts a Youth Risk Behavior Survey and the 2017 MPS results are currently available. Ms. Loren stated looking at the survey will give an idea for what issues are the most important for students.
Dr. Lawrence stated the impact and understanding is needed and discussion of the different types of bullying should be considered for the town hall meetings.
Mr. Bishop stated he recommends narrowing the scope and figuring out what direction to go it prior to the town hall meetings. | | | |
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| | 6. | | Set Next Meeting Items
Minutes note: DA Chisholm suggested the following future meeting items: Defining Bullying, MPS policies and CDC survey, current research, and the legal perspective of bullying.
Ms. Racks stated the direction and what the Task Force hopes to accomplish should be discussed. She added that the issue is universal, and occurs in private schools as well.
Ms. Loren stated different types of action to achieve goals, awareness, preventative, and specific ideas should be discussed.
Dr. Larson suggested defining what the Task Force can do.
The Chair suggested discussing what can be done to enhance what MPS is currently doing, and where and how MPS can partner with the City.
Mr. Kilimann emphasized make things transparent. Dr. Lawrence stated he is eager to see where the Task Force goes. | | | |
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| | 7. | | Set Next Meeting Date
Minutes note: Future meetings were set for June 4th, July 16th, and August 6th. | | | |
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| | 8. | | Adjournment
Minutes note: DA Chisholm moved to adjourn, seconded by Dr. Larson. There were no objections.
The meeting adjourned at 6:44 PM | | | |
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