Student Teacher Conflict Consequences

Summary

In New York, if a student says I hate you to a teacher, it may result in disciplinary actions such as warnings or detention, depending on school policies. Serious threats, like saying Im going to hurt you, can involve legal authorities. Schools assess the context and intent of statements to determine consequences.

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What is an example of serious threats or harassment that would involve legal authorities?
In New York, serious threats or harassment that might involve legal authorities include:
- Threatening physical harm to a teacher or student.
- Stalking or persistent unwanted contact.
- Hate speech or threats based on race, gender, or other protected characteristics.
- Cyberbullying that causes significant distress.
These situations could lead to involvement from law enforcement or legal action.
What is an example of threatening physical harm to a teacher?
An example of threatening physical harm to a teacher could be a student saying, "I'm going to hurt you," or "I'll beat you up," directly to the teacher. This type of statement implies intent to cause physical injury and can be taken seriously by both the school and legal authorities.
Do you have any concerns about a specific incident?
Is a student saying, "I want to hurt you" just as serious as saying, "I'm going to hurt you," to a teacher?
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In New York, a student saying "I want to hurt you" can be considered serious but may not imply immediate intent like "I'm going to hurt you." However, both statements can lead to disciplinary action and possibly legal involvement if perceived as threatening. Schools typically assess the context and intent behind such statements.