I think once again it's one of those things that happen as a result of being too PC. Back in the day when there was an issue that a teacher witnessed the complaint was taken seriously and the teacher's observations were enough. Now the teachers are stuck between a rock and a hard place, legally they must keep their opinions to themselves in most cases... even in specific education related topics where they are trained.

I hope the new plans are helpful. We live in a relatively small community, about 1000 full time residents but we're also extremely diverse in culture and religious beliefs. I don't know what a guidance councelor could actually do here other than contact the student's parents. If the parents are unwilling to see what is going on, the school's hands are tied.