Policy_Manual_2-12-2024

The investigation may consist of personal interviews with the complainant, the individuals against whom the complaint is filed, and others who may have knowledge of the alleged incident(s) or circumstances giving rise to the complaint. The investigation may also consist of any other methods and documents deemed pertinent by the investigator. In addition, the District may take immediate steps, at its discretion, to protect the complainant, students and employees pending completion of an investigation of alleged sexual harassment. The District Human Rights Officer shall make a report to the Superintendent upon completion of the investigation.

3.0150.06 DISTRICT ACTION Issue Date: 5/9/96 Updated: 9/10/20 DKB

Upon receipt of a recommendation that the complaint is valid, the District will take such action as appropriate based on the results of the investigation. The result of the investigation of each complaint filed under these procedures will be reported in writing to the complainant by the District. The report will document any disciplinary action taken as a result of the complaint.

3.0150.07 SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF HARASSMENT Issue Date: 9/10/20 DKB

When it is determined that an individual has been subject to sexual harassment, consideration should be given to what support, counseling, or other assistance the individual may need to prevent such mistreatment from adversely affecting the individual’s ability to function in the school setting.

3.0150.08 REPRISAL

Issue Date: 5/9/96 Updated: 9/10/20 DKB

The District will discipline any individual who retaliates against any person who reports alleged sexual harassment or who retaliates against any person who testifies, assists, or participates in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing relating to a sexual harassment complaint. Retaliation includes, but is not limited to, any form of intimidation, reprisal, or harassment.

3.0150.09 NON-HARASSMENT Issue Date: 5/9/96 Updated: 9/10/20 DKB

The District recognizes that not every advance or consent of a sexual nature constitutes harassment. Whether a particular action or incident is a personal, social relationship without a discriminatory employment effect requires a determination based on all the facts and surrounding

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