NCVS Questionnaire

National Center for Education Statistics

Attachment II: Survey Questions

2022 School Crime Supplement to

the National Crime Victimization Survey (SCS:22/ NCVS)

Cognitive Interviews

OMB# 1850-0803 v.282

November 2020

2022 SCHOOL CRIME SUPPLEMENT (SCS)

SCREEN QUESTIONS FOR SUPPLEMENT

INTRO_1

Now, I would like to ask some questions about your experiences at school. We estimate the survey will take 3 to 15 minutes depending on your circumstances. The law authorizes the collection of this data and requires us not to share your responses with your school or family.

• 1 = Enter 1 to continue

• 2 = Refused supplement

• 3 = Currently unable to complete the interview, but willing to complete at later date/time

• 4 = NCVS completed in a language other than English or Spanish

1. E_ATTENDSCHOOL

At any time this school year did you…

E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON)

1a. Attend a public or private school in person?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL)

1b. Receive any virtual or remote instruction provided by a public or private school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL)

1c. Receive homeschooling instead of being enrolled in a public or private school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

CHECK ITEM A: If student answers “No” for E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A, B, & C SKIP to END

1d. E_HOMESCHOOL_COVID

[IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes” or E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes”]

Did you receive schooling at home due to the Coronavirus pandemic?

• 1= Yes

• 2= No

[IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes”]

E_HOMESCHOOL_WHY

1e. Was the decision for you to receive school only at home related to any of the following:

Read answer categories, mark all that apply

• 1= Due to your experiences with bullying?

• 2= Due to concerns about the school environment, such as safety, drugs, or negative peer pressure?

• 3= Due to dissatisfaction with the academic instruction offered at the school?

• 4= Due to religious reasons?

• 5= Due to a physical disability or mental health problem?

• 6= Due to an illness that prevents you from attending school?

• 7= A different reason? - Specify

E_HOMESCHOOL_WHY_SPECIFY

What was the different reason?

Specify:

1f. E_DIFFSCHOOL_ATTENDED

How many different schools have you attended this school year?

[Only include if student answered E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes”] Include your homeschooling as one school.

• 1 = One school

• 2 = Two schools

• 3 = Three or more schools

CHECK ITEM B: If student was not homeschooled (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “No”) SKIP to E_WHATGRADE. If student was fully or partially homeschooled (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes”) continue with E_HOMESCHOOLGRADE.

2a. E_HOMESCHOOLGRADE

During the time you were homeschooled this school year, what grade would you have been in if you were in a public or private school?

This question refers to the 2021-2022 school year.

• 0 = Fifth or under – SKIP to END

• 1 = Sixth

• 2 = Seventh

• 3 = Eighth

• 4 = Ninth

• 5 = Tenth

• 6 = Eleventh

• 7 = Twelfth

• 8 = Other – Specify

• 9 = College/GED/Post-graduate/Other noneligible – SKIP to END

E_HOMESCHOOLGRADE_OTHER

Specify:

CHECK ITEM C: If student was only homeschooled (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes”, E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “No” AND E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “No”) SKIP to END.

If student was partially homeschooled (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes” and either (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “Yes” AND/OR E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes) SKIP to INTRO_2

2b. WHATGRADE

What grade are you in?

This question refers to the 2021-2022 school year.

• 0 = Fifth or under – SKIP to END

• 1 = Sixth

• 2 = Seventh

• 3 = Eighth

• 4 = Ninth SKIP to E_WHATMONTH

• 5 = Tenth

• 6 = Eleventh

• 7 = Twelfth

• 8 = Other – Specify

• 9 = College/GED/Post-graduate/Other noneligible – SKIP to END

E_WHATGRADE_OTHER

Specify: SKIP to E_WHATMONTH

INTRO_2

READ INTRO_2 only if E_ATTENDSCHOOL_C (HOMESCHOOL) = “Yes” and either (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “Yes” AND/OR E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes”)

The following questions pertain only to your attendance at a public or private school and not to being homeschooled.

3. E_WHATMONTH

In what month did your current school year begin?

• 1 = July

• 2 = August SKIP to F_SCHOOLSTATE

• 3 = September

• 4 = Other – ASK E_WHATMONTHOTHER

E_WHATMONTHOTHER

Specify the other month that school year began.

• 1 = January

• 2 = February

• 3 = March

• 4 = April

• 5 = May

• 6 = June

• 7 = October

• 8 = November

• 9 = December

ENVIROMENTAL QUESTIONS

INTRO_3

READ INTRO_3 only if E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes”

For the next items, please think about the school you would normally attend in person right now.

4a. F_SCHOOLSTATE

In what state is your school located?

State:

4b. F_SCHOOLCOUNY

In what county is your school located?

County:

4c. F_SCHOOLCITY

In what city is your school located?

City:

4d. F_NAMEOFSCHOOL

What is the complete name of your school?

School name:

5a. F_PUBLICORPRIVATE

Is your school public or private?

• 1 = Public – ASK F_REGULARSCHOOL

• 2 = Private – SKIP to F_CHURCHRELATED

5b. REGULARSCHOOL

Is this the regular school that most of the students in your neighborhood attend?

• 1 = Yes – SKIP to F_GRADES_LOW

• 2 = No – SKIP to F_GRADES_LOW

5c. F_CHURCHRELATED

Is your school affiliated with a religion?

A school affiliated with a religion is defined as an elementary or secondary school that is either partially or fully supported/funded by a church, synagogue, or mosque.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

6a. F_GRADES_LOW

What is the lowest grade taught in your school?

Enter the lowest grade mentioned

• 0 = Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten

• 1 = 1^st grade

• 2 = 2^nd grade

• 3 = 3^rd grade

• 4 = 4^th grade

• 5 = 5^th grade

• 6 = 6^th grade

• 7 = 7^th grade

• 8 = 8^th grade

• 9 = 9^th grade

• 10 = 10^th grade

• 11 = 11^th grade

• 12 = H.S. Senior

• 13 = Post-graduate

• 20 = All ungraded

• 30 = All special education

6b. F_GRADES_HIGH

What is the highest grade taught in your school?

Enter the highest grade mentioned

• 0 = Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten

• 1 = 1^st grade

• 2 = 2^nd grade

• 3 = 3^rd grade

• 4 = 4^th grade

• 5 = 5^th grade

• 6 = 6^th grade

• 7 = 7^th grade

• 8 = 8^th grade

• 9 = 9^th grade

• 10 = 10^th grade

• 11 = 11^th grade

• 12 = H.S. Senior

• 13 = Post-graduate

• 20 = All ungraded

• 30 = All special education

7. F_GETTOSCHOOL

When you attend school in person, how do you get to school most of the time this school year?

If multiple modes are used, code the mode in which the student spends the most time.

• 1 = Walk

• 2 = School bus

• 3 = Public bus, subway, train

• 4 = Car

• 5 = Bicycle, motorbike, or motorcycle

• 6 = Some other way – Specify

F_GETTOSCHOOL_SPECIFY

Specify:

8. F_HOMEFROMSCHOOL

When you attend school in person, how do you get home from school most of the time this school year?

If multiple modes are used, code the mode in which the student spends the most time.

If the student volunteers that he or she does not go directly home after school, record the mode that the student uses to get to his or her first destination after school.

• 1 = Walk

• 2 = School bus

• 3 = Public bus, subway, train

• 4 = Car

• 5 = Bicycle, motorbike, or motorcycle

• 6 = Some other way – Specify

F_HOMEFROMSCHOOL_SPECIFY

Specify:

9a. F_ACTIVITY_SPIRIT

During this school year, have you participated in any of the following activities sponsored by your school:

Spirit groups, for example, Cheerleading, Dance Team, or Pep Club?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

9b. F_ACTIVITY_SPORTS

Athletic teams at school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

9c. F_ACTIVITY_ARTS

Performing arts, for example, Band, Choir, Orchestra, or Drama?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

9d. F_ACTIVITY_ACADEMIC

Academic clubs, for example, Debate Team, Honor Society, Spanish Club, Math Club, or Computer Club?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

9e. F_ACTIVITY_GOVT

Class council or student government, also known as SGA?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

9f. F_ACTIVITY_SERVICE

[IF GRADES 6, 7, or 8 ASK] Volunteer or community service clubs sponsored by your school, for example, Peer Mediators, Environmental Club, or Recycling Club?

[IF GRADES 9, 10, 11, or 12 ASK] Volunteer or community service clubs sponsored by your school, for example, Peer Mediators, Environmental Club, Key Club, or Interact? Do not include community service hours required for graduation.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

9g. F_ACTIVITY_OTHER

Other school clubs or school activities?

• 1 = Yes – ASK F_ACTIVITY_OTHER_SPECIFY

• 2 = No – SKIP to F_SAFETY_POLICE

9h. F_ACTIVITY_OTHER_SPECIFY

What are the other school clubs or school activities you participate in?

Specify:

CHECK ITEM D: If student did not attend school in person this school year (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A = “No”) SKIP to F_SAFETY_CODE_OF_CONDUCT

10a. F_SAFETY_POLICE

The next questions are about security measures that some schools take.

Does your school have:

Security guards or assigned police officers?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10b. F_SAFETY_HALLSTAFF

Other adults supervising the hallway, such as teachers, administrators, or parent volunteers?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10c. F_SAFETY_METAL_DETECTORS

Metal detectors, including wands?

The definition for the term ‘metal detector’ is a device used to check for weapons students might be trying to bring onto school property. The metal detector may be in a form of a doorframe, which you are asked to walk through. It may also be in the form of a hand-held metal detector that looks like a wand or paddle, which is moved around your body.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10d. F_SAFETY_DOORS_LOCKED

Locked entrance or exit doors during the day?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10e. F_SAFETY_SIGN_IN

A requirement that visitors sign in AND wear visitor badges or stickers?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10f. F_SAFETY_LOCKER_CHECKS

Locker checks?

A locker check is the act of school administrators or officials opening a locker and looking though its contents. Depending on the circumstances, administration may choose to search one, several, or all lockers.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

• 4 = School does not have lockers

10g. F_SAFETY_STUDENT_ID

A requirement that students wear badges or picture identification?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10h. F_SAFETY_CAMERAS

One or more security cameras to monitor the school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

10i. F_SAFETY_CODE_OF_CONDUCT

Does your school have a code of student conduct, that is, a set of written rules or guidelines that the school provides to you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

11. F_REPORT

If you hear about a threat to school or student safety, do you have a way to report it without having to give your name?

Probe: Do you have a way to report a threat, such as an anonymous drop box or hotline?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

12. F_DISTRACTED

In your classes, how often are you distracted from doing your schoolwork because other students are misbehaving, for example, talking or fighting?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Never

• 2 = Almost never

• 3 = Sometimes

• 4 = Most of the time

13a. F_RULES_FAIR

Thinking about your school, would you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following...?

The school rules are fair.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

13b. F_PUNISHMENT_SAME

The punishment for breaking school rules is the same no matter who you are.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

13c. F_RULES_ENFORCED

The school rules are strictly enforced.

Strictly enforced rules means that the school consistently carries out disciplinary actions against any students who break school rules.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

13d. F_PUNISHMENT_KNOWN

If a school rule is broken, students know what kind of punishment will follow.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

13e. F_TEACHERS_RESPECT

Teachers treat students with respect.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

14a. F_ADULT_REALLYCARES

Thinking about the teachers and staff at your school, would you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following…?

There is a TEACHER or other ADULT at school who…

Really cares about you.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

14b. F_ADULT_LISTENS

Listens to you when you have something to say.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

14c. F_ADULT_GOOD_JOB

Tells you when you do a good job.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

15a. F_STUDENT_REALLYCARES

Thinking about the students at your school, would you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following…?

There is a STUDENT at school who…

Really cares about you.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

15b. F_STUDENT_LISTENS

Listens to you when you have something to say.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

15c. F_STUDENT_SUCCESS

Believes that you will be a success.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

16. F_CRIME_NEIGHBORHOOD

Thinking about the neighborhood where YOU LIVE, would you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following…?

There is a lot of crime in the neighborhood where YOU LIVE.

A neighborhood can be blocks of houses, apartments, and places you spend time at near your home.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

17. F_CRIME_NEIGHBORHOOD_SCHOOL

Thinking about the neighborhood where YOUR SCHOOL is located, would you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following...?

There is a lot of crime in the neighborhood where YOU go to SCHOOL.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

18. F_SAFE_IN_SCHOOL

Thinking about your school, would you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with the following...?

You feel safe in your school.

• 1 = Strongly agree

• 2 = Agree

• 3 = Disagree

• 4 = Strongly disagree

CHECK ITEM E: If student did not attend school in person this school year (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “No”) GO TO SCS_INTRO_4_VIRTUAL

If student did attend school in person this school year (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON)= “Yes”) SKIP to SCS_INTRO_4_INPERSON

SCS_INTRO_4_VIRTUAL

Now I have some questions about things that happen during school. For this survey, “during school” includes virtual classes and other school sponsored activities. [IF E_DIFFSCHOOL_ATTENDED = 2 or 3: For the remainder of this survey, think about both/all schools you attended this school year.] Your answers will not be shared with anyone at your school or home.

IF_KNOW_DRUGS_OR_ALCOHOL_VIRTUAL

20a. During this school year, did you see another student who was under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol while they were attending virtual school?

• 1 = Yes SKIP to G_BULLY_MADE_FUN

• 2 = No

SCS_INTRO_4_INPERSON

Now I have some questions about things that happen at school. For this survey, “at school” includes [IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes” FILL: virtual classes,] in the school building, on school property, on a school bus, or going to and from school. [IF E_DIFFSCHOOL_ATTENDED = 2 or 3: For the remainder of this survey, think about both/all schools you attended this school year.] Your answers will not be shared with anyone at your school or home.

19a. F2_ALCOHOL

Is it possible for students to get any of the following while at school…

Alcoholic beverages?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

19b. F2_MARIJUANA

Marijuana, also known as pot or weed?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

19c. F2_OPIOIDS

Heroin or prescription painkillers illegally obtained without a prescription, such as Codeine, Percocet, or fentanyl? These are also known as opioids.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

19d. F2_PRESCRIPTION_DRUGS

Other prescription drugs illegally obtained without a prescription, such as Xanax, Ritalin, or Adderall?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

19e. F2_OTHER_ILEGAL

Other illegal drugs, such as cocaine, uppers, or crystal meth?

Do not include tobacco or tobacco products.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

20b. F_KNOW_DRUGS_OR_ALCOHOL

During this school year, did you see another student who was under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol while they were at school [IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes” FILL: or during virtual classes]?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

FIGHTING, BULLYING AND HATE BEHAVIORS

21a. G_FIGHT_AT_SCHOOL

During this school year, have you been in one or more physical fights at school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to G_BULLY_MADE_FUN

21b. G_FIGHT_HOW_OFTEN

During this school year, how many times have you been in a physical fight at school?

Number of times: __________

22a. G_BULLY_MADE_FUN

In-person and hybrid will receive “at” (IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “Yes”). All virtual will receive “during” (IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “No” and E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) =“Yes”).

Now I have some questions about what students do [at/during] school that make you feel bad or are hurtful to you. These could occur in person or using technologies, such as a phone, the Internet, or social media. We often refer to this as being bullied. During this school year, has any student bullied you?

That is, has another student...?

Made fun of you, called you names, or insulted you, in a hurtful way?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22b. G_BULLY_RUMOR

Spread rumors about you or tried to make others dislike you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22c. G_SHARED

Purposely shared your private information, photos, or videos in a hurtful way?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22d. G_BULLY_THREAT

Threatened you with harm?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22e. G_BULLY_CONTACT

Pushed you, shoved you, tripped you, or spit on you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22f. G_BULLY_COERCED

Tried to make you do things you did not want to do, for example, give them money or other things?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22g. G_EXCLUDED

Excluded you from activities, social media, or other communications to hurt you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

22h. G_BULLY_DESTROYED_PROP

Destroyed your property on purpose?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

CHECK ITEM F: If all items in 22a-22h (G_BULLY_RUMOR—G_BULLY_DESTROYED_PROP) are marked “No” SKIP to G_HATE.

23a. G_BULLY_DAY_PLUS

During this school year, how many days were you bullied?

Read answer categories

• 1 = One day

• 2 = Two days

• 3 = Three to ten days SKIP to G_BULLY_HAPPEN_AGAIN

• 4 = More than ten days

23b. G_BULLY_TIMES

In that one day, how many times would you say other students did those things that made you feel bad or were hurtful to you?

Read answer categories 1—2

• 1 = Once

• 2 = Two or more times

• 3 = Too many times to count

• 4 = Don’t know

24. G_BULLY_HAPPEN_AGAIN

Did you think the bullying would happen again?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

25. G_BULLY_MULTI_PERS

Thinking about the [time/times] you were bullied this school year, did more than one person do [this/these things] to you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to G_BULLY_STRONGER

26. G_BULLY_HOW_ACT

Did these people act alone, together as a team, or both?

• 1 = Alone

• 2 = Together

• 3 = Both

• 4 = Don’t know

27a. G_BULLY_STRONGER

Now I have some additional questions about the time [another student/ other students] {behavior1}, {behavior2}, and {behaviorx…}. Thinking about the [person/ people] who did [this/these things] to you this school year,

[Was this person/ Were any of these people/ Was anyone in the group] physically bigger or stronger than you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

27b. G_BULLY_POPULAR

[Was this person/ Were any of these people/ Was anyone in the group] more popular than you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

27c. G_BULLY_MONEY

[Did this person/ Did any of these people/ Did anyone in the group] have more money than you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

27d. G_BULLY_INFLUENCE

[Did this person/ Did any of these people/ Did anyone in the group] have the ability to influence what other students think of you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

27e. G_BULLY_OTHER_POWER

[Did this person/ Did any of these people/ Did anyone in the group] have more power than you in another way?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to CHECK ITEM B

27f. G_ OTHER_POWER_SPECIFY

In what other way [did that student/ did any of those students] have more power than you?

Specify:

CHECK ITEM G: Did more than one student do those things? (G_BULLY_MULTI_PERS)

--Yes (R answered “Yes” to G_BULLY_MULTI_PERS, SKIP to G_WHERE1)

--No (R answered “No,” “Don’t know,” or “Refuse” to G_BULLY_MULTI_PERS, ASK G_RELAT_SIBLING — G_RELAT_OTH_STUDENT)

28a. G_RELAT_SIBLING

What was your relationship to the student when they bullied you? Were they…

Your brother or sister?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

28b. G_RELAT_DATING

Your boyfriend or girlfriend at the time?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

28c. G_RELAT_EX_DATING

Your ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend at the time?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

28d. G_RELAT_OTH_STUDENT

Another student from school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

29. G_BULLY_WHERE1 through G_BULLY_WHERE9

Still thinking about all of the times that you were bullied, where did the bullying occur? Did it occur…

Read answer categories, mark all that apply

• 1 = In a classroom at school?

• 2 = In a hallway or stairwell at school?

• 3 = In a bathroom or locker room at school?

• 4 = In a gymnasium or weight room at school?

• 5 = In a cafeteria or lunchroom at school?

• 6 = Outside on school grounds?

• 7 = On the way to or from school such as on a school bus or at a bus stop?

• 8 = Online or by text?

• 9 = Somewhere else? – Specify

G_BULLY_WHERE_SPECIFY

Where is the other place where bullying occurred?

Specify:

30. G_BULLY_ADULT_TOLD

Did you tell a teacher or some other adult at school about being bullied?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

31a. G_SCHOOL_WORK

This school year, how much has bullying had a NEGATIVE effect on:

Your school work?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Not at all

• 2 = Not very much

• 3 = Somewhat

• 4 = A lot

31b. G_RELATION_FRIEND_FAMILY

Your relationships with friends or family?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Not at all

• 2 = Not very much

• 3 = Somewhat

• 4 = A lot

31c. G_ABOUT_YOURSELF

How you feel about yourself?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Not at all

• 2 = Not very much

• 3 = Somewhat

• 4 = A lot

31d. G_PHYSICAL_HEALTH

Your physical health for example, caused injuries, gave you headaches or stomachaches?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Not at all

• 2 = Not very much

• 3 = Somewhat

• 4 = A lot

32a. G_BULLY_RACE

When you were bullied in school this year, did you ever think it was related to...

Your race?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

32b. G_BULLY_RELIGION

Your religion?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

32c. G_BULLY_ETHNIC_ORIGIN

Your ethnic background or national origin – for example, people of Hispanic origin?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

32d. G_BULLYING_DISABILITY

Any disability you may have – such as physical, mental, or developmental disabilities?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

32e. G_BULLYING_GENDER

Your gender?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

32f. G_BULLYING_ORIENTATION

Your sexual orientation – by this we mean gay, lesbian, bisexual, or straight?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

32g. G_BULLYING_APPEARANCE

Your physical appearance?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

33. G_HATE

During this school year, has anyone called you an insulting or bad name at school having to do with your race, religion, ethnic background or national origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation? We call these hate-related words.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to G_HATE_WORDS

34a. G_HATE_RACE

Were any of the hate-related words related to...

Your race?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

34b. G_HATE_RELGION

Your religion?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

34c. G_HATE_ETHNICITY

Your ethnic background or national origin – for example, people of Hispanic origin?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

34d. G_HATE_DISABILITY

Any disability you may have – such as physical, mental, or developmental disabilities?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

34e. G_HATE_GENDER

Your gender?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

34f. G_HATE_SEXUAL_ORIENTATION

Your sexual orientation – by this we mean gay, lesbian, bisexual or straight?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

35a. G_HATE_WORDS

During this school year, have you seen any hate-related words or symbols written in school classrooms, school bathrooms, school hallways, or on the outside of your school building?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

35b. G_HATE_WORDS_VIRTUAL

During this school year, have you seen any hate-related words, pictures, videos, or symbols posted on school sponsored websites or applications? This could include any website or application the school uses on a regular basis such as Google Classroom, Schoology, or Zoom.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

AVOIDANCE

36a. H_AVOID_VIRTUAL

[IF E_ATTENDSCHOOL_B (VIRTUAL) = “Yes”]

During this school year, did you ever skip any virtual classes because you were afraid other students would do things that make you feel bad or are hurtful to you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

CHECK ITEM H: If student did not attend school in person this school year (E_ATTENDSCHOOL_A (IN PERSON) = “No”) SKIP to L_GRADES

36b. H_AVOID_SHORTCUT

During this school year, did you ever STAY AWAY from any of the following places because you thought someone might attack or harm you there?

For example, did you ever stay away from…

The shortest route to school, because you thought someone might attack or harm you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36c. H_AVOID_ENTRANCE

The entrance into the school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36d. H_AVOID_HALLWAYS

Any hallways or stairs in school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36e. H_AVOID_CAFETERIA

Parts of the school cafeteria or lunchroom?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36f. H_AVOID_RESTROOMS

Any school restrooms?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36g. H_AVOID_OTHER_PLACES

Other places inside the school building?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36h. H_AVOID_PARKING_LOT

School parking lot?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36i. H_AVOID_OTHER_SCHOOL

Other places on school grounds?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

36j. H_AVOID_BUS_STOP

School bus or bus stop?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

37a. H_AVOID_ACTIVITIES

Did you AVOID any activities at your school because you thought someone might attack or harm you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

37b. H_AVOID_CLASSES

Did you AVOID any classes because you thought someone might attack or harm you?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

37c. H_STAY_HOME

Did you stay home from school because you thought someone might attack or harm you in the school building, on school property, on a school bus, or going to or from school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

FEAR

I_INTRO_FEAR

Sometimes, even if you can’t avoid a place, you may still be afraid of what might happen there.

38a. I_AFRAID

How often are you afraid that someone will attack or harm you in the school building or on school property?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Never

• 2 = Almost never

• 3 = Sometimes

• 4 = Most of the time

38b. I_AFRAID_ON_BUS

How often are you afraid that someone will attack or harm you on a school bus or on the way to and from school?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Never

• 2 = Almost never

• 3 = Sometimes

• 4 = Most of the time

38c. I_AFRAID_NONSCHOOL

Besides the times you are in the school building, on school property, on a school bus, or going to or from school, how often are you afraid that someone will attack or harm you?

Read answer categories

• 1 = Never

• 2 = Almost never

• 3 = Sometimes

• 4 = Most of the time

WEAPONS

J_INTRO_WEAPON

In the next series of questions we are going to ask you about weapons at your school. Your answers will not be shared with anyone at your school or home.

39a. J_WEAPONS_GUN

Some people bring guns, knives, or objects that can be used as weapons to school for protection. During this school year, did you ever bring the following to school or onto school grounds?

A gun?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

39b. J_WEAPONS_KNIFE

A knife brought as a weapon?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

39c. J_WEAPONS_OTHER

Some other weapon?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

40a. J_GUN_OTHERS

Do you know of any [other] students who have brought a gun to your school during this school year?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to J_GET_GUN

40b. J_SEE_GUN

Have you actually seen another student with a gun at school during this school year?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

41. J_GET_GUN

During this school year, could you have gotten a loaded gun without adult permission, either at school or away from school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

GANGS

K2_INTRO_GANG

Now, we'd like to know about gangs at your school. You may know these as street gangs, fighting gangs, or something else. Gangs may use common names, signs, symbols, or colors. Your answers will not be shared with anyone at your school or home.

42a. K_GANGS

Are there any gangs at your school?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to L_GRADES

• 3 = Don’t know – SKIP to L_GRADES

42b. K_GANG_FIGHTS

During this school year, how often have gangs been involved in fights, attacks, or other violence at your school?

Read answer categories 1 through 5

• 1 = Never

• 2 = Once or twice this school year

• 3 = Once or twice a month

• 4 = Once or twice a week

• 5 = Almost every day

42c. K_GANG_DRUGS

Have gangs been involved in the sale of drugs at your school during this school year?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

STUDENT CHARACTERISTICS

43. L_GRADES

During this school year, across all subjects have you gotten mostly –

Read answer categories 1 through 5. If student says the school uses pass/fail grading, ask which they’ve mostly gotten.

• 1 = A’s

• 2 = B’s

• 3 = C’s

• 4 = D’s

• 5 = F’s

• 6 = Mostly passes

• 7 = Mostly fails

• 8 = School does not give grades/no alphabetic grade equivalent

44a. L_SKIP_CLASSES

During the last 4 weeks of school, did you skip any classes? Again, we would like to remind you that none of your responses will be shared with anyone at your school or home.

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to L_SCHOOL_AFTER_SCHOOL

• 3 = Don’t know – SKIP to L_SCHOOL_AFTER_SCHOOL

44b. L_SKIP_CLASS_DAYS

During the last 4 weeks of school, on how many days did you skip at least one class?

Number of days:

45a. L_SCHOOL_AFTER_SCHOOL

Thinking about the future, do you think you will...

Attend school after high school, such as a college or technical school?

This could include:

-Automotive Mechanic Training

-Beauty School

-Computer Technical Programs (less than a two-year associate degree)

-Certificate Programs

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No – SKIP to END

• 3 = Don’t know

45b. L_GRADUATE_4YR

Graduate from a 4-year college?

• 1 = Yes

• 2 = No

• 3 = Don’t know

END OF SCS INTERVIEW

46. INTERVIEWTYPE

Were the supplement questions asked in private, or was an adult member of the household or family present during at least part of the questions?

If not sure or if a telephone interview ask—

Was an adult member of the household or family present during at least part of these questions?

• 1 = Personal interview – no adult present

• 2 = Personal interview – adult present

• 3 = Telephone interview – no adult present

• 4 = Telephone interview – adult present

• 5 = Telephone interview – don’t know