Overview

The District is committed to creating and maintaining an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment. This policy addresses complaints of discrimination and/or harassment made under applicable federal and state laws and regulations, as well as any applicable District policy, regulation, procedure, or other document such as the District's Code of Conduct. It is just one component of the District's overall commitment to maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free educational and work environment.

See Policy 3420: Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment in the District

In accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, the District does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected class or category in its education programs and activities or when making employment decisions. Further, the District prohibits discrimination and harassment on school property and at school functions on the basis of any legally protected class or category including, but not limited to:

a) Age;

b) Race;

c) Creed;

d) Religion;

e) Color;

f) National origin;

g) Citizenship or immigration status;

h) Sexual orientation;

i) Gender identity or expression;

j) Military status;

k) Sex;

l) Disability;

m) Predisposing genetic characteristics;

n) Familial status;

o) Marital status; and

p) Status as a victim of domestic violence.

This applies to the dealings between or among the following parties on school property and at school functions:

a) Students;

b) Employees;

c) Applicants for employment;

d) Paid or unpaid interns;

e) Anyone who is (or is employed by) a contractor, subcontractor, vendor, consultant, or other person providing services pursuant to a contract in the workplace;

f) Volunteers; and

g) Visitors or other third parties.

 

Reporting Allegations of Discrimination and/or Harassment

Anyone who experiences, witnesses, or becomes aware of potential instances of discrimination or harassment is encouraged to report the behavior to a supervisor, building principal, other administrator, or the CRCO (see below).

3420F - Discrimination, Harassment, and-or Retaliation Complaint Form.pdf

 

Civil Rights Compliance Officers

The District has designated the following District employee(s) to serve as its CRCO(s):
Jr.-Sr. High School Principal, 2045 School Street, PO Box 740, North Collins, NY 14111
(716) 337-0101, ext. 1302 ([email protected])

Director of Student Services, 10469 Bantle Rd., North Collins, NY 14111
(716) 337-0166, ext. 2153 ([email protected])