Submitting a Complaint

In order to participate in a resolution process, a complaint must be submitted to the Title IX/Nondiscrimination Coordinator and/or school building Designated Administrator. The Designated Administrator for each building is listed in Policy 8400 Exhibit A.

Complaints or Reports of harassment or discrimination are accepted in writing, in person, by phone, email, or through the district’s online form. Individuals requiring accommodations for purposes of making a Complaint or Report due to disability or other reasons shall contact the Title IX/Nondiscrimination Coordinator.

Complainant” means a person (student, employee, etc.) who is the subject of alleged conduct that could constitute sex-based discrimination or harassment as defined by this policy while participating or attempting to participate in the district’s programs or activities. 

• Complaints of sex-based discrimination may be submitted by the subject of the alleged discrimination, a person legally authorized to act on their behalf, or a third party. 

• Complaints of sexual harassment may be submitted by the subject of the alleged sexual harassment or a person legally authorized to act on the subject’s behalf.

“Report” means an allegation of harassment or discrimination that is submitted by a person who is not the subject of alleged sexual harassment. Reports should contain a detailed description of the alleged event(s) such as date(s), names of persons involved, witnesses, what occurred, and location(s). A Report may obligate the district to provide supportive measures as appropriate.