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TITLE IX INFORMATION

TITLE IX & Discrimination Reporting

Title IX is a federal law that was passed in 1972 to ensure that all students and employees in educational settings are treated equally and fairly. It protects against discrimination based on sex (including sexual harassment).  The preamble to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 states that: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” 

As of August 14, 2020, the Title IX New Rule is in effect.  The Final Rule requires K-12 schools to respond whenever any employee has notice of sexual harassment, including allegations of sexual harassment.  The Final Rule includes three types of sexual harassment: quid pro quo (“this for that”), any unwelcome conduct that a reasonable person would find so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it denies a person equal educational access, and any instance of sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking that occurs on campus or during school activities.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT / NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION 

Okmulgee Public Schools' policy is to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disabiliy, or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, educational services and employment. 

The District is required by Title VI and Title 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 Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, not to discriminate in such a manner. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)

Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination: Policy 1002

RELATED BOE POLICIES

Title IX : Policy 1017

Sexual Harassment of Employees and Students: Policy 5002

Discriminatory Harassment and Retaliation: Policy 8008

 

If you suspect discrimination please contact our Title IX Coordinator: 

LuVona Copeland, Superintendent  – 918-758-2000  lcopeland@okmulgeeps.com

  • Individuals may file a complaint as follows:

    The complaint should be presented to the Title IX coordinator.  All complaints should be filed in writing and signed by the complainant.  If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as disability or illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint.  (5 CCR 4600).  Please contact the Title IX Coordinator if you have questions. 

     Time Requirement:

    In order to file a complaint with the District, individuals must file the complaint as discussed above within six months of the discrimination occurring or awareness of the discrimination (5 CCR 4630(b).  If you have any questions about this time limit, or if you believe your complaint may be outside this time requirement but want to explore other options, please contact the Title IX Coordinator.

     

     

  •  Click Here for Information or Filing Process to Oklahoma's Civil Rights Enforcement

     

  • To file a police report, please contact local law enforcement: 

    Okmulgee Police Department 

    114 E. 7th Street, Okmulgee OK. 74447

    918-756-3511

     

    Muscogee Nation Lighthorse Police 

    918-732-7800

  • Complaints filed under the district’s complaint procedures will be investigated. The Title IX Coordinator may informally discuss the possibility of mediation with the parties to the complaint.  If the parties do not agree to mediation or mediation does not resolve the complaint, the coordinator will proceed with an investigation of the complaint, which will be completed by the site investigator.  The investigator will interview alleged victims (complainant), alleged offender (responder), and relevant witnesses.  The coordinator may review available records, statements, or notes related to the complaint, including evidence or information received from the parties during the investigation.  The coordinator may visit reasonably accessible locations where discrimination is alleged to have occurred.  During the investigation, schools will offer supportive measures to the complainant.

     

  • We believe that ongoing staff training and education on Title IX play a vital role in preventing inappropriate behavior and fostering a learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and safe for all students and staff. Each year, all Okmulgee Public School employees are required to complete mandatory training provided by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. In addition, staff receive ongoing resources throughout the year to support our commitment to equality and non-discrimination.

     

    District TITLE IX Training (SLIDES)