In May 2020, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced new requirements for responding to sexual harassment in the programs and activities of elementary and secondary schools receiving ED funds. This followed the February 2020 announcement by the ED regarding an initiative to combat sexual assault in K-12 schools.
This six-hour virtual training is designed to equip Title IX coordinators, investigators, and other elementary and secondary school officials with information and tools to respond to reports of sexual harassment. The two-day session is formatted to satisfy the training requirements of the new Title IX regulations.
Topics
- Reviewing Title IX scope and jurisdiction
- Learning new regulatory definitions of sexual harassment
- Handling case intake, including reports and formal complaints
- Offering supportive measures
- Navigating investigations
- Managing hearings
- Addressing appeals
- Developing informal resolution and alternative dispute processes
- Managing conflicts of interest and bias
- Considerations of confidentiality
Workshop Cost
$400 per person. Fee includes virtual program and materials. Payment can be made via check or credit card.
Who Should Attend
Title IX coordinators, investigators, and other elementary and secondary school officials.
Continuing Education Credit
This program is pending approval for Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin continuing legal education credit and HR Certification Institute and Society for Human Resource Management recertification credit.
To inquire about credits in other states, please contact Emily Kenyon.
Questions? Contact Emily Kenyon at 816.983.8776.