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In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, the Douglas County School District RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The School District's Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator to address complaints alleging sexual harassment under Title IX is Aaron Henderson, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, [emailprotected], 303-387-0127.
Outside Agencies
Complaints regarding violations of Title VI, (race, national origin), Title IX (sex, gender), Section 504/ADA (handicap or disability), may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1050, Denver, CO 80202.
NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS
Special Education records which have been collected by Douglas County School District related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or the provision of special education in the district, must be maintained under state and federal laws for the period of five (5) years after special education services have ended for the student. Special education services end when the student is no longer eligible for services, graduates, or completes his/her educational program at age 21, or moves from the district. This notification is to inform parents/guardians and former students of Douglas County School District's intent to destroy the special education records of students who exited special education services as of June 30, 2016. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state law unless the parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student notifies the school district otherwise. After five years, the records are no longer useful to the district, but may be useful to the parent/guardian or former student in applying for social security benefits, rehabilitation services, college entrance, etc. The parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student may request a copy of the records by requesting the records at this link ( Douglas County School District Transcripts and Records Requests ).
As an expert in education policy and compliance, I bring a wealth of knowledge in the areas of civil rights, education law, and special education services. My expertise is grounded in a comprehensive understanding of federal regulations such as Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008.
The information provided in the article from the Douglas County School District RE-1 reflects a commitment to ensuring compliance with these key federal regulations and Colorado law. The district explicitly states that it does not unlawfully discriminate against qualified students, employees, applicants, or the public based on various factors such as disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or the need for special education services.
In terms of discrimination, the article emphasizes that discrimination against employees and applicants based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited, aligning with state and federal laws.
The inclusion of a designated Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator, Aaron Henderson, further illustrates the district's commitment to addressing complaints, specifically those alleging sexual harassment under Title IX. The contact details provided for Mr. Henderson demonstrate transparency and accessibility for individuals seeking to address such concerns.
The article also outlines the procedures for filing complaints related to violations of Title VI, Title IX, Section 504/ADA, Title VII, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. By providing information about external agencies where complaints can be directed, the district ensures that individuals have avenues for seeking redress at both the federal and state levels.
Finally, the article includes a notice regarding the destruction of special education records. This demonstrates the district's adherence to state and federal laws governing the maintenance and disposal of such records. The notification informs parents/guardians and former students of the district's intent to destroy special education records for students who exited special education services as of June 30, 2016, after a period of five years. The district also recognizes the potential ongoing utility of these records for parents/guardians or former students and provides a link for requesting copies of the records.
In summary, the Douglas County School District RE-1's communication aligns with best practices in education policy and compliance, emphasizing transparency, non-discrimination, and adherence to state and federal regulations.
