The Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act designates the week beginning with the first Monday in October (Oct. 6-10, 2025) as the Week of Respect. This week supports the role of the school safety/school climate team as they work to fulfill their requirement to develop, foster and maintain a positive school climate.
To observe this week, school districts are required to provide age-appropriate instruction focusing on HIB prevention. Approved private schools for students with disabilities are encouraged, but not required, to observe this week.
The NJDOE’s Week of Respect Compendium of Resources provides information for school districts as they work to plan their Week of Respect observance. Additionally, school districts may find the following resources helpful:
- NJDOE’s Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying Webpages.
- NJDOE’s Social and Emotional Learning Webpage.
- Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning.
- PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center: Classroom Education and Activities.
- Stop Bullying: Prevention at School.
For questions related to the Week of Respect, please email the Office of Student Support Services via email.
