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ACAB-R

  • Writer: Brett Saucier
    Brett Saucier
  • Jan 9, 2020
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NEPN/NSBA Code: ACAB-R 




EMPLOYEE DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT AND TITLE IX  SEXUAL HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES


The Board has adopted these employee procedures in order to provide prompt and equitable  resolution of employee complaints of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment,  as described in policies AC – Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action and  ACAB – Unlawful Harassment and Sexual Harassment of School Employees.  

The complaint procedure in Section 2 may also be used, to the extent applicable, by visitors,  including parents, volunteers and others having lawful access to the schools who wish to make a  complaint of discrimination or harassment.  

Complaints alleging unlawful harassment or discrimination against students based on a protected  category should be addressed through the Board’s Student Discrimination/ Harassment and Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures (ACAA-R). 

[Note: We refer to a combined Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator in this  sample.] 

Any individual who is unsure about whether discrimination or harassment has occurred and/or or  which complaint procedure applies is encouraged to contact the Affirmative Action Officer/Title  IX Coordinator. 


Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator

MSAD #60

100 Noble Way

North Berwick, Maine 03906

(207)676-2234 ext 1

Section 1. Definitions 

For purposes of these complaint procedures, the following definitions will be used. The  Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator shall assess all reports and complaints to ensure  that they are addressed under the appropriate policy and complaint procedure. 

A. Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedure Definitions 

1. “Discrimination or harassment”: Discrimination or harassment on the basis of an  individual’s membership in a protected category, which, for employees, includes race  (including traits associated with race involving hair texture, Afro hairstyles and protective  hairstyles such as braids, twists, and locs); color; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity;  pregnancy or related conditions; familial status; religion; ancestry or national origin; age; disability; or genetic information. 

                  

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2. “Discrimination”: Treating individuals differently, or interfering with or preventing them  from enjoying the advantages or privileges afforded to others because of their membership  in a protected category.  

3. “Harassment”: Oral, written, graphic, electronic or physical conduct relating to an  individual’s actual or perceived membership in a protected category that is sufficiently  severe, pervasive or persistent so as to interfere with or limit that individual’s ability to  participate in the school unit’s programs or activities by creating a hostile, intimidating or  offensive environment.  

4. Under Title VII and under Maine law/regulations, sexual harassment is defined differently  than under Title IX. Maine Human Rights Commission regulations define sexual  harassment as conduct on the basis of sex which satisfies one or more of the following: 

a. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition  of an individual’s employment; 

b. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an employee is used as the basis for  employment decisions affecting the employee; or 

c. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s  work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working  environment. 

5. “Sexual orientation”: Under Maine law, this means a person’s “actual or perceived  heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality or gender identity or expression.” 

6. “Gender identity”: Under Maine law, this means “the gender-related identity, appearance,  mannerisms or other gender-related characteristics of an individual, regardless of the  individual’s assigned sex at birth.”  

7.  “Complaint” is defined as an allegation that an employee or other third party has been  discriminated against or harassed on the basis of race (including traits associated with race  involving hair texture, Afro hairstyles and protective hairstyles such as braids, twists, and  locs); color; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy or related conditions;  familial status; religion; ancestry or national origin; age; disability; or genetic information (and in regard to sex, conduct not otherwise addressed in the Title IX regulations and  Section 3 of ACAB-R).  

8. “Employee”: Whenever the term “employee” is used in Section 2, it includes visitors or  others who have a lawful basis to make a complaint of discrimination or harassment.  

9. “Retaliation:” “Retaliation” means intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination for the  purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by nondiscrimination laws. 

B. Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedure Definitions 

1. “Sexual harassment”: Under the federal Title IX regulations, sexual harassment includes  the following conduct on the basis of sex which takes place within the context of the school  unit’s education programs and activities: 

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a. “Quid pro quo” sexual harassment by a school employee: Conditioning a school aid,  benefit or service (such as a promotion or favorable evaluation) on an individual’s  participation in unwelcome sexual conduct; 

b. “Hostile environment” sexual harassment: Unwelcome conduct based on sex that a  reasonable person would determine is so severe, pervasive and objectively offensive  that it effectively denies an individual’s equal access to the school unit’s education  programs and activities; or 

c. Sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking as these terms are  defined in federal laws. 

2. “Report”: Under the Title IX regulations, any individual may make a report of sexual  harassment involving an employee, whether the individual is the alleged victim or not. A  report must be made to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator. A report  triggers certain actions by the AAO/Title IX Coordinator for the alleged victim of sexual  harassment, but an investigation is not conducted unless a “Formal Complaint” is filed. 

3. “Formal Complaint”: Under Title IX, the alleged victim of sexual harassment can file a  written complaint that triggers the complaint procedure in Section 3 of ACAB-R. Only a  school employee (and in certain circumstances, the AAO/Title IX Coordinator) may file a  formal complaint.

4. “Employee”: For the purpose of this procedure, “employee” means an applicant for  employment or a current employee of the school unit. 

5. “Retaliation:” Under the Title IX regulations, “retaliation” means intimidation, threats,  coercion, or discrimination, including charges against an individual for code of conduct  violations that do not involve sex discrimination or sexual harassment, but arise out of the  same facts or circumstances as a report or complaint of sex discrimination, or a report or  formal complaint of sexual harassment, for the purpose of interfering with any right or  privilege secured by Title IX or the Title IX regulations. 

Section 2. Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedure 

This procedure should be used for any complaint of unlawful harassment or discrimination based  on a protected category which does not involve Title IX sexual harassment.  

A. How to Make A Complaint 

1. An employee who believes they have been the victim of discrimination, harassment, or  retaliation (as such terms are defined in Section 1.A.1-3) is encouraged to try to resolve  the problem by informing the individual(s) that the behavior is unwelcome or offensive,  and requesting that the behavior stop. This shall not prevent the employee from making  an immediate complaint to the AAO/Title IX Coordinator. 

2. Any employee who believes they have been the victim of discrimination, harassment,  or retaliation should report their concern promptly to the AAO/Title IX Coordinator. 


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      A written complaint must include basic information concerning the allegation of  harassment or discrimination (i.e., date, time, location, individual(s) who alleged  engaged in harassment or discrimination, description of allegation).

3. Employees who are unsure as to whether unlawful discrimination or harassment has  occurred, or who need assistance in preparing a written complaint, are encouraged to  discuss the matter with the AAO/Title IX Coordinator.  

4. Employees will not be retaliated against for reporting suspected discrimination or  harassment, or for participating in an investigation. Retaliation is illegal under federal  and state nondiscrimination laws, and any retaliation will result in disciplinary measures, up to and including discharge.  

5. Any employee who believes they have been the victim of discrimination, harassment,  or retaliation is encouraged to utilize the school unit’s complaint procedure. However,  employees are hereby notified that they also have the right to report incidents of  discrimination or harassment to the Maine Human Rights Commission, 51 State House  Station, Augusta, Maine 04333 (telephone: 207-624-6290) and/or to the federal Office  for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston,  MA 02109-3921 (telephone: 617-289-0111).

B. Complaint Handling and Investigation 

1. The AAO/Title IX Coordinator will promptly inform the Superintendent and the person  who is the subject of the complaint (respondent) that a complaint has been received. 

2. The AAO/Title IX Coordinator may pursue an informal resolution of the complaint with  the agreement of the parties involved. Any party to the complaint may decide to end  the informal resolution process and pursue the formal process at any point. Any  informal resolution is subject to the approval of the parties and the Superintendent, who  shall consider whether the resolution is in the best interest of the school unit and the  parties in light of the particular circumstances and applicable policies and laws. 

3. The AAO/Title IX Coordinator may implement supportive measures (consistent with  any applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions) to reduce the risk of further  discrimination or harassment while an investigation is pending. Examples of supportive measures include, but are not limited to, ordering no contact between the individuals  involved; changing a work location or changing a work schedule. 

4. The complaint will be investigated by a trained internal or external individual designated  by the Superintendent and the AAO/Title IX Coordinator. Any complaint about an  employee who holds a supervisory position shall be investigated by a person who is not  subject to that supervisor’s authority. Any complaint about the Superintendent should  be submitted to the Chair of the Board, who should consult with legal counsel  concerning the handling and investigation of the complaint. 

5. The investigator shall consult with the AAO/Title IX Coordinator as agreed during the  investigation process. 

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6. The respondent will be provided with an opportunity to be heard as part of the  investigation. The complainant shall not be required to attend meetings with the  respondent, but may choose to do so as part of an informal resolution process. 

7. The complainant and the respondent may suggest witnesses and/or submit materials they  believe are relevant to the complaint. 

8. If the complaint is against an employee of the school unit, any rights conferred under an  applicable collective bargaining agreement shall be applied.  

9. Privacy rights of all parties to the complaint shall be maintained in accordance with  applicable state and federal laws. 

10. The investigation shall be completed within 20 business days of receiving  the complaint, if practicable. Reasonable extensions of time for good reason shall be  allowed.  

11. The investigator shall provide a written report and findings to the AAO/Title IX  Coordinator.

C. Findings and Subsequent Actions 

1. The AAO/Title IX Coordinator shall consult with the Superintendent concerning the investigation and findings. 

2. If there is a finding that discrimination or harassment occurred, the AAO/Title IX  Coordinator, in consultation with the Superintendent shall: 

a. Determine what remedial action, if any, is required to end the discrimination or harassment, remedy its effect and prevent recurrence; and 

b. Determine what disciplinary action should be taken against the individual(s) who engaged in discrimination or harassment, if any. 

3. Inform the complainant and the respondent in writing of the results of the investigation  and its resolution (in accordance with applicable state and federal privacy laws). 

D. Appeals 

1. After the conclusion of the investigation, the complainant or respondent may seek an appeal of the findings solely on the basis of either: (a) prejudicial procedural error or  (b) the discovery of previously unavailable relevant evidence that could significantly  impact the outcome.  

2. Appeals must be submitted in writing to the Superintendent within five calendar [or business] days after receiving notice of the resolution.  


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3. The Superintendent shall review the available documentation and may conduct further  investigation if deemed appropriate.  

4. The Superintendent’s decision on the appeal shall be provided to the parties within 10  calendar [or business] days, if practicable. The Superintendent’s decision shall be final.  

The AAO/Title IX Coordinator shall keep a written record of the complaint process.  

Section 3. Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedure 

This section should be used only for complaints of Title IX sexual harassment as defined in Section 1.B.1.  

A. How to Make A Report  

1. Any individual who believes an employee has been sexually harassed (as this term is  defined in Section 1.B.1) may make a report to the AAO/Title IX Coordinator. 

2. If the individual making the report is the alleged victim, or if the alleged victim is  identified by the individual making the report, the AAO/Title IX Coordinator will meet  with the alleged victim to discuss supportive measures that may be appropriate in the  particular circumstances and explain the process for filing a formal complaint. 

a. Supportive measures are individualized measures designed to ensure the  employee can continue to access and perform their work (such as requiring no  contact between individuals, temporarily moving work locations or changing  schedules, etc.).  

b. Supportive measures may be continued even if the alleged victim chooses not  to file a formal complaint, if appropriate under the particular circumstances. 

3. The school unit cannot provide an informal resolution process for resolving a report  until a formal complaint is filed. 

4. Employees will not be retaliated against for reporting sexual harassment, or for  participating in an investigation. Retaliation is illegal under federal and state  nondiscrimination laws, and any retaliation will result in disciplinary actions, up to and  including discharge.  

5. Any employee who believes they have been the victim of sexual harassment or  retaliation is encouraged to utilize the school unit’s complaint procedures. However,  employees are hereby notified that they also have the right to report sexual harassment  to the Maine Human Rights Commission, 51 State House Station, Augusta, Maine  04333 (telephone: 207-624-6290) and/or to the federal Office for Civil Rights, U.S.  Department of Education, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921  (telephone: 617-289-0111). 

6. The Superintendent shall be informed of all reports and formal complaints of sexual  harassment. 

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B. How to Make A Formal Complaint 

1. An alleged victim may file a formal written complaint requesting investigation of  alleged Title IX sexual harassment. The written complaint must include basic  information concerning the allegation of sexual harassment (i.e., date, time, location, individual(s) who allegedly engaged in sexual harassment, description of allegation). 

Employees who need assistance in preparing a formal written complaint are encouraged to consult with the AAO/Title IX Coordinator.  

2. In certain circumstances, the AAO/Title IX Coordinator may file a formal complaint  even when the alleged victim chooses not to. Examples include if the respondent  (person alleged to have engaged in sexual harassment) has been found responsible for  previous sexual harassment or there is a safety threat within the school unit). In such  cases, the alleged victim is not a party to the case, but will receive notices as required  by the Title IX regulations at specific points in the complaint process.  

3. In accordance with the Title IX regulations, the AAO/Title IX Coordinator must dismiss a formal complaint under this Title IX procedure if: a) the conduct alleged in  the formal complaint does not constitute sexual harassment under the Title IX  regulations and this policy; or b) the conduct alleged did not occur within the scope of  the school unit’s education programs and activities, or c) did not occur in the United  States. 

4. In accordance with the Title IX regulations, the AAO/Title IX Coordinator may dismiss  a formal complaint under this Title IX procedure if: a) a complainant withdraws the  formal complaint, or withdraws particular allegations within the complaint; b) the respondent is no longer employed by the school unit; or c) there are specific  circumstances that prevent the school unit from gathering evidence sufficient to reach  a determination regarding the formal complaint. 

5. If a formal complaint is dismissed under this Title IX procedure, the AAO/Title IX  Coordinator will promptly and simultaneously send written notices to the parties explaining the reasons. Parties have the opportunity to appeal dismissals in accordance with subsection I below. 

6. If the conduct alleged potentially violates other laws, Board policies and/or  professional expectations, the school unit may address the conduct under Section 2 or another applicable policy/procedure. 

C. Administrative Leave 

The Superintendent may place a respondent on administrative leave during the complaint  procedure: 

1. If there is a determination (following an individualized safety and risk analysis) that  there is an immediate threat to the physical health or safety of an individual arising  from the allegations of sexual harassment. Examples of such circumstances might include, but are not limited to, a continued threat of violence against a complainant by a respondent, or a respondent’s threat of self-harm due to the allegations. 

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2. The respondent will be provided notice of the administrative leave, and will be  provided an opportunity to challenge the decision following the removal (this is an opportunity to be heard, not a hearing). The respondent has the burden to demonstrate why the emergency leave was unreasonable. 

3. Any such decision to place an employee on administrative leave shall be made in  compliance with any applicable disability laws, including Section 504 of the  Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.  

D. Notice to Parties of Formal Complaint 

1. The Title IX Coordinator will provide the parties written notice of the formal  complaint and allegations of sexual harassment potentially constituting prohibited conduct under the Title IX regulations and this procedure. The notice will include: 

• Notice regarding the complaint procedure and the availability of an informal resolution process; 

• Sufficient details known at the time (including identities of parties, if known; the conduct alleged; and the date and location of the alleged incident, if known), with sufficient time to prepare before any initial interview (not less than five calendar [or business] days); 

• A statement that the respondent is presumed not responsible for the alleged  conduct and that a determination of responsibility will be made at the conclusion of the complaint procedure);  

• Notice that the parties may each have an advisor of their choice (who may be an  attorney), and that the parties may inspect and review evidence; 

• Notice that knowingly making false statements or submitting false information  during the complaint procedure is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action; and 

• Notice of the name of the investigator, with sufficient time (no less than three  calendar [or business] days) to raise concerns of conflict of interest or bias. 

2. If additional allegations become known at a later time, notice of the additional allegations will be provided to the parties. 

3. The AAO/Title IX Coordinator will discuss supportive measures with each party and implement such measures as appropriate. 

E. Informal Resolution Process 

After a formal complaint has been filed, and if the AAO/Title IX Coordinator believes the  circumstances are appropriate, the AAO/Title IX Coordinator may offer the parties the opportunity to participate in an informal resolution process to resolve the complaint without completing the investigation and determination process. Informal resolutions cannot be used to resolve a formal complaint where a student is the complainant and the respondent is an employee. 


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Informal resolutions can take many forms, depending on the particular case. Examples include, but are not limited to, facilitated discussions between the parties; restorative justice;  acknowledgment of responsibility by a respondent; apologies; disciplinary actions against a  respondent or a requirement to engage in specific services; or supportive measures. Both  parties must voluntarily agree in writing to participate in an informal resolution process, and  either party can withdraw from the process at any time. The Superintendent must agree to the  terms of any informal resolution reached between the parties. If an informal resolution  agreement is reached, it must be signed by both parties and the school unit. Any such signed  agreement is final and binding according to its terms.  

If an informal resolution process does not resolve the formal complaint, nothing from the  informal resolution process may be considered as evidence in the subsequent investigation or  determination. 

F. Investigation 

1. The complaint will be investigated by a trained internal or external individual designated  by the Superintendent and AAO/Title IX Coordinator. Any complaint about an employee  who holds a supervisory position shall be investigated by a person who is not subject to  that supervisor’s authority. Any complaint about the Superintendent should be submitted  to the Chair of the Board, who should consult with legal counsel concerning the handling and investigation of the complaint. 

2. The investigator shall consult with the AAO/Title IX Coordinator as agreed during the  investigation process. 

3. If the complaint is against an employee of the school unit, rights conferred under an  applicable collective bargaining agreement shall be applied, to the extent they do not  conflict with the Title IX regulatory requirements.  

4. Privacy rights of all parties to the complaint shall be maintained in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. 

5. The investigator will: 

a. Meet with each party after they have received appropriate notice of any meeting  and its purpose, with sufficient time to prepare. 

b. Allow parties to have their advisor at all meetings related to the complaint, although  advisors may not speak on behalf of a party or interfere with the process. 

c. Allow parties a reasonable opportunity to identify witnesses and submit favorable  and unfavorable evidence. 

d. Interview witnesses and conduct such other activities that will assist in ascertaining  facts (site visits, review of documents, etc.).

e. Consider evidence that is relevant and directly related to the allegations in the  formal complaint. 


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f. During the course of the investigation, provide both parties with an equal  opportunity to inspect and review any evidence that is obtained in the investigation  that is directly related to the allegations in the formal complaint (including evidence  which the school unit does not intend to rely upon in reaching a determination of  responsibility), and favorable and unfavorable evidence.  

g. Prior to completion of the investigation report, provide each party and advisor (if  any) the evidence subject to inspection and review, and provide the parties with ten  calendar [or business] days to submit a written response. 

h. Consider the parties’ written responses to the evidence prior to completing the investigation report.  

i. Create an investigative report that fairly summarizes relevant evidence and send the  report to the parties and advisors (if any), for their review and written responses  within ten calendar [or business] days of receipt.  

j. After receipt of the parties’ written responses (if any), forward the investigation  report and party responses to the assigned decision maker. 

6. The investigation shall be concluded within 20 business days if practicable.  Reasonable extension of time for good reason shall be allowed. 

G. Determination of Responsibility 

1. The decision maker shall provide the parties with the opportunity to submit written,  relevant questions that the party wants asked of another party or witness within five  calendar [or business] days of when the decision maker received the investigation  report and party responses.  

a. The decision maker shall explain to a party proposing questions if the decision  maker excludes a question as not relevant. 

2. Each party shall be provided the opportunity to review the responses of another party  and/or witness, and to ask limited written follow-up questions within five business days of receiving the answers.

3. Each party will receive a copy of the responses to any follow-up questions. 

4. The decision maker shall review the investigation report, the parties’ responses and  other relevant materials, applying the preponderance of the evidence standard (“more  likely than not”). 

5. The decision maker shall issue a written determination, which shall include the  following:  

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a. Identification of all the allegations potentially constituting sexual harassment as  defined in the Title IX regulations and this policy; 

b. A description of the procedural steps taken from receipt of the formal complaint  through the determination, including notifications to the parties, interviews with  parties and witnesses, site visits, methods used to gather other evidence, and  meetings held; 

c. A determination regarding responsibility as to each allegation and findings of fact  supporting the determinations; 


d. A statement of, and rationale for, the result as to each allegation, including a determination regarding responsibility, any disciplinary sanctions the school unit imposes on the respondent, and whether remedies designed to restore or preserve  equal access to the school unit’s programs and activities will be provided to the complainant; 

e. The school unit’s appeal procedure and permissible bases for the parties to appeal the determination. 

6. The written determination shall be provided to the parties simultaneously. The  determination concerning responsibility becomes final either on the date that the school  unit provides the parties with the written determination of the results of the appeal, if  an appeal is filed, or if an appeal is not filed, the date on which the appeal would no  longer be considered timely. 

H. Remedies, Discipline and Other Actions 

1. Remedies 

Remedies are measures used to ensure that the complainant has equal access to the school unit’s education programs and activities following the decision maker’s determination. Such remedies may include supportive measures, and may include other appropriate measures,  depending upon the determination and the needs of the complainant. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for implementing remedies and providing any needed assistance to the Complainant. 

2. Discipline and Other Actions 

The following are examples of the types of disciplinary actions that may be imposed on an employee when there is a determination that they are responsible for one or more violations involving sexual harassment: 

• Written warning. 

• Probation. 

• Demotion. 

• Suspension without pay. 

• Discharge. 




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The following are examples of other types of actions that may be imposed on an employee   when there is a determination of responsibility: 

• Performance improvement plan. 

• Counseling. 

• Training. 

• Loss of leadership/stipend position.  

I. Appeals 

The parties have the opportunity to appeal a determination regarding responsibility, and from dismissals of formal complaints. Under the Title IX regulations, appeals are allowed on the  following grounds: 

1. A procedural irregularity that affected the outcome of the matter; 

2. New evidence that was not reasonably available at the time the determination regarding  responsibility or dismissal of the formal complaint was made, that could affect the outcome of the matter; or  

3. The Title IX Coordinator, investigator, or decision maker had a conflict of interest or  bias for or against complainants or respondents generally, or the individual complainant  or respondent that affected the outcome of the matter. 

 An appeal must be filed in writing within five calendar [or business] days of receiving the determination, stating the grounds for the appeal and including any relevant documentation in support of the appeal. Appeals submitted after this deadline are not timely and shall not be  considered. 

1. Appeals must be filed with the Superintendent, who will consider the appeal.  

2. Upon receipt of a valid appeal, the Superintendent shall provide notice to the other  party, along with an opportunity to provide a written statement within five calendar [or  business] days. 

3. The Superintendent shall conduct an impartial review of the appeal, including  consideration of the written record of the matter, and may consult with legal counsel or other school unit officials in making their decision. 

4. The Superintendent shall issue a written decision describing the result of the appeal and  rationale for the result, and provide the written decision simultaneously to the parties.  The decision will either deny the appeal; grant the appeal and remand to the decision maker for further consideration; or grant the appeal by revising the disciplinary action(s). 




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J. Records 

Records in connection with sexual harassment reports and the complaint process shall be maintained for a minimum of seven years. 


Legal Reference: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.);

34 C.F.R. Part 106

Clery Act (20 U.S.C. §1092(f)(6)(A)(v) - definition of sexual assault)

Violence Against Women Act (34 U.S.C. § 1092(f)(6)(A)(v) – definition of sexual assault; 34 U.S.C. § 12291(a)(10) – dating violence; 34 U.S.C. §12291(a)(3) – definition of stalking; 34 U.S.C. §12291(a)(8) – definition of domestic violence)

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d)

Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C § 12101 et seq.), as amended

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) (29 U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e, et. seq.; 29 C.F.R. § 1604.11)

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (29 U.S.C. § 623 et seq.)

Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. § 2000ff et seq.) 5 MRSA § 4551 et seq. MHRC Rule Chapter 94-348, ch. 3 26 MRSA §§ 806-807

Cross References:  

AC – Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action 

ACAB – Unlawful Harassment and Sexual Harassment of School Employees



Adopted:  October 19, 2000

Revised:  December 4, 2014

                March 18, 2021

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