STAFF PERSONNEL

Series 400

Policy Title: Abuse Of Students by School District Employees Code No.: 424

Physical or sexual abuse of students, including but not limited to sexual or physical relationships, grooming behavior, and otherwise inappropriate relationships with students, by employees will not be tolerated. The definition of employees for the purpose of this policy includes not only those who work for pay but also those who are volunteers of the school district under the direction and control of the school district. Employees found in violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

The school district will respond promptly to allegations of abuse of students by school district employees by investigating or arranging for the investigation of an allegation and timely reporting to all relevant agencies as required by law. The processing of a complaint or allegation will be handled confidentially to the maximum extent possible.  Employees are required to assist in the investigation when requested to provide information and to maintain the confidentiality of the reporting and investigation process.

The school district has appointed a Level I investigator and alternate Level I investigator. The school district has also arranged for a trained, experienced professional to serve as the Level II investigator. The Level I investigator and alternate will be provided training in the conducting of an investigation at the expense of the school district. The names of the investigators are listed in the student handbook, and are published annually in the local newspaper and are posted in all school facilities.

The superintendent is responsible for drafting administrative regulations to implement this policy.

Date of Adoption/Revision:

August 21, 1990

August 1992

August 1995

June 1998

June 2001

June 2004

July 2007

August 2013

October 2016

October 2017

August 2024