Compliance Resources
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This webpage provides general information on compliance topics and should not be considered legal advice. Consult your school or district legal counsel for specific guidance.
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Navigating Title IX: Understanding the Crucial Differences Between Supportive Measures and Consequences
Dive deeper into the true purpose of Title IX supportive measures, emphasizing their role in ensuring immediate access without pre-judgment, and critically distinguishing them from disciplinary consequences to maintain fairness and process integrity.
Proactive Compliance: Conducting Regular Title IX Audits in Your School
Discover the importance of conducting regular Title IX audits in your school to foster a proactive approach to compliance, equity, and student safety.
Integrity Under Pressure: Handling Reluctant Participants in Title IX
Navigating Title IX investigations with uncooperative participants is a significant challenge for school leaders. This article explores strategies to maintain fairness and integrity in the process, even when faced with reluctance.
OCR Reports Record-Breaking Year in Fighting for Civil Rights in Education
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has released its Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2024, revealing a year of unprecedented activity and impact. Key achievements include a record number of complaints, landmark Title IX updates, and increased case resolutions.
Online Sexual Harassment: A Guide for Students, Families, and Educators
Schools have a crucial role in protecting students from sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, under Title IX. This resource emphasizes that Title IX mandates schools address sexual harassment that occurs online or via technology.
New Civil Rights Data Released by Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has released its 2024 Annual Report, revealing a year of unprecedented activity. Key highlights include a record number of complaints, the issuance of the landmark Title IX Final Rule, and a significant increase in case resolutions, underscoring OCR's commitment to protecting students' civil rights.
Title IX in Tiny Shoes: Navigating Investigations with Young Students
Title IX isn't just for college. It applies to our elementary schools too, meaning we have to be ready to investigate allegations of sex-based discrimination and harassment with our youngest students. This requires a unique approach: clear, kid-friendly policies, staff trained in age-appropriate communication, careful documentation, and a commitment to privacy. We also need to keep parents in the loop, provide support services, and use a trauma-informed lens. It's about ensuring every child has a safe, equal learning environment.
Navigating Turbulent Waters: Supporting Students and Parents During Contentious Title IX Investigations
Title IX investigations create significant stress for everyone involved. School leaders must prioritize safety and well-being, especially for potential victims. Immediate protective measures like no-contact orders, academic adjustments, and access to mental health support are crucial. Beyond legal compliance, it's about providing a safe and supportive environment during a challenging process.
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