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    Violent School Offenses Rise 50 Percent In N.J. Schools, Statistics Show

    Driven by increased reports of bullying in accordance with the nation's toughest anti-bullying law, the total number of violence, harassment and other offenses at schools increased 50 percent over a one year period, statistics released today by the state Department of Education show.

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    Education Commissioner Christopher Cerf is shown in this file photo.

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