Title IX Information

Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Districts Programs or Activities

Policy 2266

The Board of Education of the Oberlin City School District (hereinafter referred to as " the Board" or "the District ") does not discriminate on the basis of sex {including sexual orientation or gender identity), in its education programs or activities, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, and Its implementing regulations, not to discriminate in such a manner. The requirement not to discriminate in its education program or activity extends to admission and employment. The Board is committed to maintaining an education and work environment that is free from discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment.

The Board prohibits Sexual Harassment that occurs within its education programs and activities. When the Districts has actual knowledge of Sexual Harassment In Its education program or activity against a person in the United States, it shall promptly respond in a manner that Is not deliberately indifferent.

Pursuant to its Title IX obligations, the Board is committed to eliminating Sexual Harassment and will take appropriate action when an individual is determined responsible for violating the policy. Board employees, students, third-party vendors and contractors, guests, and other members of the School District community who commit Sexual Harassment are subject to the full range of disciplinary sanctions set forth In this policy. The Board will provide persons who have experienced Sexual Harassment ongoing remedies as reasonably necessary to restore or preserve access to the District's education programs and activities.

If you have any questions regarding the process or to file a complaint, please notify one of our Coordinators:

Coordinator/ Investigator:

Sue Alig, Pupil Services Director

salig@oberlinschools.net

440-776-4559

Jim Eibel, Operations Director

jeibel@oberlinschools.net

440-776-4704

Additional Investigators:

Bryce Johnson, Athletic Director

bjohnson@oberlinschools.net

440-776-4578

Jay Nimene, Student and Family Support Coordinator

jnimene@oberlinschools.net

440-776-4657

Decision Maker:

Dr. David Hall, Superintendent

dhall@oberlinschools.net

440-776-4551

Appeal Staff:

The district will assign an outside individual to review any Title IV appeals.

Title IX Training:

· Title IX: K-12 Training – O’Toole, McLaughlin, Dooley, and Pecora Attorneys and Counselors (Training Attached)

· Title IX: Additional Information for Coordinators, Investigators, and Decision makers.

· Title IX: How to investigate and Adjudicate Formal Concerns

· Title IX: Informal Resolution Process

· Title IX: Protecting Students and School Employees from Harassment