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2024-25 Annual Parent Rights and Information Packet
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Your Rights / Overview
Most parents who have concerns about something at school should begin by contacting the school principal.
Geyserville Elementary School contact Erika Sauder at 707-857-3410.
Geyserville New Tech Academy / Buena Vista High School contact Jessica Glentzer at 707-857-3592.
If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the Superintendent Deborah Bertolucci. The district office telephone number is 707-857-3592.
Most parents who have concerns about something at school should begin by contacting the school principal.
Geyserville Elementary School contact Erika Sauder at 707-857-3410.
Geyserville New Tech Academy / Buena Vista High School contact Jessica Glentzer at 707-857-3592.
If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the Superintendent Deborah Bertolucci. The district office telephone number is 707-857-3592.
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Non-Discrimination/Title IX Non-Discrimination Statement
The Geyserville Unified School District prohibits, at any district school or school activity, discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This shall apply when applicable, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants.
For questions, concerns or complaints, please contact Deborah Bertolucci-Principal/Superintendent .
Title IX - prohibiting sex-based discrimination
What is Title IX? Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (also know as Title IX, pronounced "title nine") is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in all educational programs and activities, including athletic programs. No person shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity operated by the Geyserville Unified School District (“District” or "GUSD"). Title IX protects all participants in the District’s educational programs and activities, including students, parents, employees, and job applicants. The District does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment and sexual violence.
In addition to Title IX, the California Education Code prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities in schools. (Education Code sections 220-221.1.) Other state and federal laws also prohibit discrimination and ensure equality in education.
Title IX information provided here applies to every school site and to all District programs and activities.
What are my rights under Title IX?
You have the following rights under Title IX, to the extent applicable at the District:
The Geyserville Unified School District prohibits, at any district school or school activity, discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This shall apply when applicable, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants.
For questions, concerns or complaints, please contact Deborah Bertolucci-Principal/Superintendent .
Title IX - prohibiting sex-based discrimination
What is Title IX? Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (also know as Title IX, pronounced "title nine") is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in all educational programs and activities, including athletic programs. No person shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity operated by the Geyserville Unified School District (“District” or "GUSD"). Title IX protects all participants in the District’s educational programs and activities, including students, parents, employees, and job applicants. The District does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment and sexual violence.
In addition to Title IX, the California Education Code prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities in schools. (Education Code sections 220-221.1.) Other state and federal laws also prohibit discrimination and ensure equality in education.
Title IX information provided here applies to every school site and to all District programs and activities.
What are my rights under Title IX?
You have the following rights under Title IX, to the extent applicable at the District:
- You have the right to fair and equitable treatment and shall not be discriminated against based on your sex.
- You have the right to be provided with an equitable opportunity to participate in all extracurricular activities, including both academics and athletics.
- You have the right to inquire of the athletic director at your school or appropriate District personnel as to the athletic opportunities offered by the school.
- You have the right to apply for athletic scholarships if the District offers any.
- -Equipment and supplies;
-Scheduling of games and practices;
-Transportation and daily allowances;
-Access to tutoring;
-Coaching;
-Locker rooms;
-Practice and competitive facilities;
-Medical and training facilities and services; and
-Publicity. - You have the right to have access to a sex/gender equity coordinator, referred to as the Title IX coordinator, to answer questions regarding sex/gender equity laws.
- You have the right to contact the State Department of Education and the California Interscholastic Federation to access information on sex/gender equity laws.
- You have the right to file a confidential discrimination complaint with the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the California Department of Education if you believe you have been discriminated against or if you believe you have received unequal treatment on the basis of your sex.
- You have the right to pursue civil remedies if you have been discriminated against.
- You have the right to be protected against retaliation if you file a discrimination complaint. (California Education Code section 221.8.)
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Williams Complaint: A Williams Complaint allows a student, family, teacher, or any member of the public, to file grievances regarding:
If you have any questions, contact the Human Resources Department/ District Administrative Assistant | Shannon Marckx at 707-857-3592 ext 103.
GUSD's Responsibility: The District has the responsibility to respond promptly and effectively to sex-based discrimination complaints, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. If the District knows or reasonably should know about sex discrimination, it must take action to eliminate the sex discrimination, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects. The District must resolve complaints of sex discrimination promptly and equitably. Information on filing a complaint alleging sex-based discrimination is provided above, including information for contacting the District's Title IX Coordinator, Deborah Bertolucci.
Filing a Complaint: A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or retaliation must be filed no later than six months from the date the discrimination or retaliation occurred, or six months from when the complainant first learned of the unlawful discrimination. The Superintendent or designee may extend this timeline by up to ninety days for good cause, upon written request by the complainant setting forth the reasons for the extension.
A student, parent, guardian, employee, individual, or organization may file a written complaint alleging discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying on the basis of a protected characteristic under GUSD's Uniform Complaint Procedure by sending a complaint to GUSD's Title IX Coordinator (contact information listed above).
- Insufficient textbooks and instructional materials
- Teacher vacancy or mis-assignment
- Facility conditions
If you have any questions, contact the Human Resources Department/ District Administrative Assistant | Shannon Marckx at 707-857-3592 ext 103.
GUSD's Responsibility: The District has the responsibility to respond promptly and effectively to sex-based discrimination complaints, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. If the District knows or reasonably should know about sex discrimination, it must take action to eliminate the sex discrimination, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects. The District must resolve complaints of sex discrimination promptly and equitably. Information on filing a complaint alleging sex-based discrimination is provided above, including information for contacting the District's Title IX Coordinator, Deborah Bertolucci.
Filing a Complaint: A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or retaliation must be filed no later than six months from the date the discrimination or retaliation occurred, or six months from when the complainant first learned of the unlawful discrimination. The Superintendent or designee may extend this timeline by up to ninety days for good cause, upon written request by the complainant setting forth the reasons for the extension.
A student, parent, guardian, employee, individual, or organization may file a written complaint alleging discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying on the basis of a protected characteristic under GUSD's Uniform Complaint Procedure by sending a complaint to GUSD's Title IX Coordinator (contact information listed above).
Learn more about your rights under Title IX:
The District has a Title IX Coordinator who oversees the District’s compliance with Title IX requirements and promotes sex equity in the District’s programs.
Contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator:
Deborah Bertolucci GUSD Superintendent
1300 Moody Lane, Geyserville, CA, 95441 707-857-3592
[email protected]
A student, parent, guardian, employee, individual, or organization may file a written complaint alleging discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying on the basis of a protected characteristic under the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedure by sending a complaint to:
Deborah Bertolucci - District Superintendent
1300 Moody Lane, Geyserville, CA, 95441
707-857-3592
[email protected]
The Uniform Complaint Procedure is available at our District website and at the District office.
(Board Policy AR 1312.3/BP 1312.3)
If you need assistance understanding and completing any portion of the form, putting any required documentation in writing or completing any written portion of the form for any reason, including a difference in language use or understanding, please contact the Title IX Coordinator as indicated above.
You may file a complaint anonymously, but the District’s ability to investigate and respond may be limited by a lack of information.
You may also file a discrimination complaint with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
For more information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.
The electronic complaint form for the Office for Civil Rights is available online at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/.
Contact the Office for Civil Rights at:
San Francisco Office Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education 50 United Nations Plaza San Francisco, CA 94102 Telephone: (415) 486-5555
Fax: (415) 486-5570; TDD: (800) 877-8339
Email: [email protected]
For information about how to file other types of complaints and the procedures for those complaints, please contact the
District Office at 707-857-3592.
A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or retaliation must be filed no later than six months from the date the discrimination or retaliation occurred, or six months from when the complainant first learned of the unlawful discrimination. The Superintendent or designee may extend this timeline by up to ninety days for good cause, upon written request by the complainant setting forth the reasons for the extension.
Complaints filed under the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedure will be investigated and a decision made within sixty calendar days of the District’s receipt, unless the complainant agrees to an extension. The District’s compliance officer or designee may interview alleged victims, alleged offenders, and relevant witnesses. The compliance officer may review available records, statements, or notes related to the complaint, including evidence or information received from the parties during the investigation. The compliance officer may visit reasonably accessible locations where discrimination is alleged to have occurred. As appropriate, the District’s compliance officer periodically will inform the parties of the status of the investigation. The complainant will be notified when a decision is made.
Complaints that are not filed under the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedure will be investigated and decided pursuant to the applicable procedure.
For complaints filed under the Uniform Complaint Procedure, the compliance officer will prepare and send a final written decision to the complainant and respondent, if any, within 60 calendar days of the District’s receipt of the complaint (unless this deadline is extended by mutual agreement).
The complainant or respondent may appeal the District’s decision within fifteen calendar days to the California Department of Education. The appeal must specify the reason for the appeal and whether the District’s facts are incorrect and/or the law is misapplied. The appeal must include a copy of the original complaint to the District and a copy of the District’s decision. For more information, visit the California Department of Education’s webpage on Uniform Complaint Procedures: http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/cp/uc/index.asp.
For complaints alleging unlawful discrimination based on state law, the complainant may pursue available civil law remedies, including seeking assistance from mediation centers or public/private interest attorneys, sixty calendar days after filing an appeal with the California Department of Education. (California Education Code § 262.3.) Note that this sixty day moratorium does not apply to complaints seeking injunctive relief in state courts or to discrimination complaints based on federal law. (California Education Code § 262.3.)
Complaints may also be filed with the United States Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, within 180 days of the alleged discrimination. For contact information, see the section above on “How do I file a complaint of sex discrimination?” For more information, visit http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.
If the compliance officer finds that a complaint has merit, the District will take appropriate corrective action.
Please refer to the complete text of the related Board Policies, available on our district website by clicking on hyperlink “Title IX” (located on the home page). For more information regarding Title IX and sex equity in education or in District employment, please contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator.
Related Board Policies
BP 1312.3
AR 1312.3
BP 5145.3
AR 5145.3
- Visit the website of the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html and the webpage on sex discrimination at http://www2.ed.gov/policy/rights/guid/ocr/sex.html.
- Review United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, Know Your Rights documents:
- Title IX prohibits sexual harassment and sexual violence:
- Title IX requires the District to address sexual violence:
- Title IX prohibits discrimination against pregnant or parenting individuals:
- Visit the website of the California Department of Education Office of Equal Opportunity at http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/eo/ and the webpage on Gender Equity/Title IX at http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/eo/genequitytitleix.asp.
The District has a Title IX Coordinator who oversees the District’s compliance with Title IX requirements and promotes sex equity in the District’s programs.
Contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator:
Deborah Bertolucci GUSD Superintendent
1300 Moody Lane, Geyserville, CA, 95441 707-857-3592
[email protected]
A student, parent, guardian, employee, individual, or organization may file a written complaint alleging discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying on the basis of a protected characteristic under the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedure by sending a complaint to:
Deborah Bertolucci - District Superintendent
1300 Moody Lane, Geyserville, CA, 95441
707-857-3592
[email protected]
The Uniform Complaint Procedure is available at our District website and at the District office.
(Board Policy AR 1312.3/BP 1312.3)
If you need assistance understanding and completing any portion of the form, putting any required documentation in writing or completing any written portion of the form for any reason, including a difference in language use or understanding, please contact the Title IX Coordinator as indicated above.
You may file a complaint anonymously, but the District’s ability to investigate and respond may be limited by a lack of information.
You may also file a discrimination complaint with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
For more information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.
The electronic complaint form for the Office for Civil Rights is available online at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/.
Contact the Office for Civil Rights at:
San Francisco Office Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education 50 United Nations Plaza San Francisco, CA 94102 Telephone: (415) 486-5555
Fax: (415) 486-5570; TDD: (800) 877-8339
Email: [email protected]
For information about how to file other types of complaints and the procedures for those complaints, please contact the
District Office at 707-857-3592.
A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or retaliation must be filed no later than six months from the date the discrimination or retaliation occurred, or six months from when the complainant first learned of the unlawful discrimination. The Superintendent or designee may extend this timeline by up to ninety days for good cause, upon written request by the complainant setting forth the reasons for the extension.
Complaints filed under the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedure will be investigated and a decision made within sixty calendar days of the District’s receipt, unless the complainant agrees to an extension. The District’s compliance officer or designee may interview alleged victims, alleged offenders, and relevant witnesses. The compliance officer may review available records, statements, or notes related to the complaint, including evidence or information received from the parties during the investigation. The compliance officer may visit reasonably accessible locations where discrimination is alleged to have occurred. As appropriate, the District’s compliance officer periodically will inform the parties of the status of the investigation. The complainant will be notified when a decision is made.
Complaints that are not filed under the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedure will be investigated and decided pursuant to the applicable procedure.
For complaints filed under the Uniform Complaint Procedure, the compliance officer will prepare and send a final written decision to the complainant and respondent, if any, within 60 calendar days of the District’s receipt of the complaint (unless this deadline is extended by mutual agreement).
The complainant or respondent may appeal the District’s decision within fifteen calendar days to the California Department of Education. The appeal must specify the reason for the appeal and whether the District’s facts are incorrect and/or the law is misapplied. The appeal must include a copy of the original complaint to the District and a copy of the District’s decision. For more information, visit the California Department of Education’s webpage on Uniform Complaint Procedures: http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/cp/uc/index.asp.
For complaints alleging unlawful discrimination based on state law, the complainant may pursue available civil law remedies, including seeking assistance from mediation centers or public/private interest attorneys, sixty calendar days after filing an appeal with the California Department of Education. (California Education Code § 262.3.) Note that this sixty day moratorium does not apply to complaints seeking injunctive relief in state courts or to discrimination complaints based on federal law. (California Education Code § 262.3.)
Complaints may also be filed with the United States Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, within 180 days of the alleged discrimination. For contact information, see the section above on “How do I file a complaint of sex discrimination?” For more information, visit http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.
If the compliance officer finds that a complaint has merit, the District will take appropriate corrective action.
Please refer to the complete text of the related Board Policies, available on our district website by clicking on hyperlink “Title IX” (located on the home page). For more information regarding Title IX and sex equity in education or in District employment, please contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator.
Related Board Policies
BP 1312.3
AR 1312.3
BP 5145.3
AR 5145.3