HIB Policy
Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying
The New Milford Public School District is committed to the physical and emotional safety of our students. We believe that every student has the right to thrive in a learning community where he or she feels safe from threats of harassment, intimidation and bullying. To this end, the New Milford Public School District prohibits any acts motivated by harassment, intimidation or bullying (HIB) based on real or perceived characteristics as defined by the New Jersey Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights. We expect all members of our school community to abide by our district's HIB Policy and encourage each to report incidences of harassment, intimidation or bullying by completing an HIB Incident Form.
District Anti-Bullying / School Climate Coordinator
Dorene Zacher is the Student Assistance Coordinator and Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying Coordinator for the New Milford Public School District. Over the years, she has assisted adolescents and their families address their maladaptive patterns and behaviors regarding chemical addiction, mental health, harassment, intimidation, and bullying. If you would like additional information or schedule a conference, her email is dzacher@nmpsd.org.
New Milford School District’s HIB Anti Bullying Specialist (ABS):
NEW MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL: CARINA PORR
201-262-0172X2009 | CPORR@NMPSD.ORG
DAVID E. OWENS MIDDLE SCHOOL: CATHERINE BIGWOOD
201-265-8661X3009 | CBIGWOOD@NMPSD.ORG
DAVID E. OWENS MIDDLE SCHOOL: SARA GROMPONE
201-265-8661X3011 | SGROMPONE@NMPSD.ORG
B.F. GIBBS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: JAMIE VINOLAS
201-261-0939X5113 | JVINOLAS@NMPSD.ORG
BERKLEY STREET SCHOOL: NICOLE DEGREZIA
201-262-0191X4128 | NDEGREZIA@NMPSD.ORG
HIB INFORMATION
HIB Policy and Procedure (5512)
HIB Resources
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NJDOE Guidance for Parents on the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act
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HIB Parent and Staff Reporting Link (338 Form)
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NJDOE HIB Resources/Report Forms (12 languages)
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2024-2025 HIB Report
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HIB District Presentation for families
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HIB Legal Presentation (2024)
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Parents Guide to Understanding the New Jersey Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act
