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Sexual Harassment / Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB)
 
Students and staff in the White River School District are protected against sexual harassment by anyone in any school program or activity, including on the school campus, on the school bus, or off-campus during a school-sponsored activity. 
 
You can report sexual harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Title IX Officer, who is listed below. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below).
 
Complaint Options: Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

If you believe that you or your child have experienced unlawful discrimination, discriminatory
harassment, or sexual harassment at school, you have the right to file a complaint.
 
Before filing a complaint, you can discuss your concerns with your child's principal or with the school district's Section 504 Coordinator, Title IX Officer, or Civil Rights Coordinator, who are listed below. This is often the fastest way to resolve your concerns.
 
Title IX

Title IX rules require school districts to share specific information regarding their Title IX coordinator, non-discrimination policy, and training materials used to train the District's Title IX coordinator.

Training Materials:
The following training materials were used to train the District's Title IX personnel.
Title IX Coordinator Training Materials
 
Title IX Investigator Training Materials
 
Non-Discrimination
The White River School District complies with all federal and state laws, rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
 
The district is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer encouraging application of qualified minorities, women, and disabled persons for employment and other opportunities. White River School District is committed to providing access to all District programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. 
 
Direct inquiries regarding compliance, grievance, or appeal procedures, or concerns involving students, should be made to:
 
Staff:
 
District Title IX & Civil Rights Coordinator
Dr. Sunday Ferris
P.O. Box 2050
Buckley, WA 98321
360.829.3821
Email Dr. Sunday Ferris

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Molly Lutz
P.O. Box 2050
Buckley, WA 98321
360.829.3957
Email Molly Lutz

 

Students:

 
WRSD - Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying (HIB) Incident Reporting Form:

Harassment, intimidation or bullying is an intentional electronic, written, verbal, or physical act that: Physically harms a student or damages the student’s property. Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s education. Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment. Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.
 
WRSD - Gender Inclusive Schools:
 
White River School District believes in fostering an educational environment that is safe and free of discrimination for all students, regardless of sex, gender identity or gender expression.         
 
WRSD HIB Incident Reporting Form
 
Direct inquiries regarding Harassments, Intimidation or Bullying should be made to:
 
HIB & Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator         
Dr. Heather McMullen
PO Box 2050
Buckley, WA 98321
(360) 829.3817                              
Email Dr. Heather McMullen
 
For more information please refer to:
 
Staff
Students