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Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infraction, the Superintendent (or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a written determination to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Complaint Manager, or designee, shall promptly forward materials relevant to the complaint to the Board . Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decision, the Board or a designee will affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after the Board’s appeal decision, the Board or a designee, will mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School Code. This policy will not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does not automatically prejudice a party or impact the outcome of the process..

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the InvestigatorComplaint Manager's report for a more serious infractionreport, the Superintendent (or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail shall issue a written determination decision, which will be sent to the Complainant accused and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) 's decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Complaint Manager, or designee, shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after of receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisionwritten appeal, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If The Board may extend this timeframe as the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be providedBoard deems appropriate. Within five school business days after the Board’s appeal decision, the Board or a designee, will mail its written appeal decision to Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the Respondent by registered mailaccused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent or Board member(s), return receipt requestedwithin 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s or outside investigator’s report, and/or personal delivery with the Board shall issue a copy written decision, which shall be sent via first-class U.S. mail to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school lawComplainant, the parties accused, and the Complaint Manager. The Board may have rights to appeal extend this timeframe as the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeBoard deems appropriate. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice a party or impact the outcome of the process..any party.

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infraction, the Superintendent (or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a written determination to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery as well as by first class U.S. mail with a copy to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Complaint Manager, or designee, shall promptly forward materials relevant to the complaint to the Board . Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisionappeal, the Board or a designee will affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after the Board’s appeal decision, the Board or a designee, will mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery first class U.S. mail with a copy to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School Code. This policy will not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does not automatically prejudice a party or impact the outcome of the process..

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. standard Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board of Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent or Board member(s), within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s or a designeeoutside investigator’s report, will the Board shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxx Xxxxxxxxx 000 Xxxxxxx, Xxxxxxxxxxx, XX 00000 xxxx.xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Xxxx Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx Xxxxxxxx 000 Xxxxxxx, Xxxxxxxxxxx, XX 00000 000 Xxxxxxx, Xxxxxxxxxxx, XX 00000 xxxx.xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx xxxx.xxxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title V I of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: January 16, 2020 Jersey CUSD 100 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Jersey CUSD 100

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infraction, the Superintendent (or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a written determination to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) 's decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving Complaint Manager's report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District's efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District's Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers.The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that students, parents/guardians, employees, and members of the community are informed of the contact information for the District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers on an annual basis. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxx Xxxxx, Superintendent PO Box 308, Nauvoo, IL 62354 xxxxxx@xxxxxx-xxxxxx.xxx 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Xxxx Xxxxx, Superintendent Xxxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Curriculum Director PO Box 308, Nauvoo, IL 62354 PO Box 308, Nauvoo, IL 62354 xxxxxx@xxxxxx-xxxxxx.xxx 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200-40. CROSS REF.:2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: 10/15/2018 10:05:14 AM Nauvoo-Colusa CUSD 325 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Nauvoo-Colusa CUSD 325

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxx X. Xxxxxxxx 00 Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxxxxxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxxx@xxxx000.xxx 815.684.5191 Complaint Managers: Xxx X. Xxxxxxxx Xxxxxx Xxxxx 00 Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxxxxxxx, XX 00000 000 X. 0xx Xxxxxx, Xxxxxxxxxxxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxxx@xxxx000.xxx xxxxxx@xxxx000.xxx 815.684.5191 815.225.7141 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: May 21, 2018 Xxxxxxxx-Milledgeville CUSD 399 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Xxxxxxxx-Milledgeville CUSD 399

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxxxx X. Xxxx, Superintendent 00000 X. Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Ingleside, IL 60041 xxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxx.xx 847.740.1490 Complaint Managers: Xxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx Xxxxx 00000 X. Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Ingleside, IL 60041 00000 X. Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Ingleside, IL 60041 xxxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxx.xx xxxxxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxx.xx 847.740.1490 847.740.1490 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: August 13, 2018 Big Hollow SD 38 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Big Hollow SD 38 3:10 Goals and Objectives The Superintendent directs the administration in order to manage the School District and to facilitate the implementation of a quality educational program in alignment with Board of Education policy 1:30, School District Philosophy. Specific goals are as follows:

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board of Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent or Board member(s), within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s or a designeeoutside investigator’s report, will the Board shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers.. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xx. Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx 0000 Xxxx Xx., Franklin Park, IL 60131 xxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Xx. Xxxxx Xxxxxx Xx. Xxxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx 0000 Xxxx Xx., Franklin Park, IL 60131 0000 X. Xxxx Rd., Northlake, IL 60164 xxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title V I of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: January 16, 2020 Leyden CHSD 212 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Leyden CHSD 212

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint wellastotheComplaint Manager. All decisions will be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) Alldecisionsshallbebased uponthepreponderanceofevidence standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent may accusedmayappealthe decisiontothe Board of Educationbymakinga writtenrequesttothe Complaint Manager. The Complaint Manager shall promptly forward all materials relative to the complaint and appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Complaint Manager, or designee, shall promptly forward materials relevant to the complaint to the Board Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provideddecisionordirectthe Superintendenttogatheradditionalinformation. Within five school business days after the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent or Board member(s), within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s or a designeeoutside investigator’s report, will mail its the Board shall mailits written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy accused byfirstclass U.S. mailas well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Superintendentor Board. Thefailuretostrictlyfollowthetimelinesin thisgrievanceprocedure shallnot prejudice any party. Appointing a Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers TheSuperintendentshallappoint a NondiscriminationCoordinator tomanagetheDistrict’seffortsto provideequalopportunityemploymentand educationalopportunities andprohibit theharassmentof employees, students, and others. The failure Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to strictly follow administer the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does not automatically prejudice a party or impact the outcome complaint process inthispolicy. Ifpossible, thispolicy. Ifpossible, theSuperintendentwillappoint twoComplaint Managers, one ofeachgender. TheDistrict’s Nondiscrimination Coordinatormaybeappointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, office addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxx Xxxxxxx , Asst. Supt. for Special Services 0000 Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Xx. Xxxxxxxx, IL 60056 xxxxxxxx@xxxx00.xxx 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, Indian Grove School Principal Xxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Asst. Supt. for Busine 0000 X. Xxxxxxx Xxxx Xxxx , Mr. Xxxxxxxx, IL 60056 0000 Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Xx. Xxxxxxxx, IL xxxxxxxx@xxxx00.xxx xxxxxxxxx@xxxx00.xxx 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act(Title V Iof the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. ImmigrationReformand Control Act, 8 U.S.C.§1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. TitleIXoftheEducation Amendments, 20 U.S.C.§1681 etseq.; 34 C.F.R. Part 106 State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code§§1.240 and200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethicsand GiftBan),2:265 (TitleIXSexualHarassmentGrievance Procedure), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 5:90 (Abused and Neglected Child Reporting), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:185 (Teen Dating Violence Prohibited), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: October 6, 2020 River Trails SD 26

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Name: Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Address: 0000 Xxxxxx Xx 000 X, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxx@xxx.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Name: Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Address: 0000 Xxxxxx Xx 000 X, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxx@xxx.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxxx-Xxxxxxx, Spec. Ed. Coordinator Address: 0000 Xxxxxx Xx 000 X, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxxx@xxxxx.x00.xx.xx Telephone: 000-000-0000 Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: May 16, 2018 CUSD 7 (Tolono) SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION CUSD 7 (Tolono)

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxxxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Chief Schools Business Official 00000 X. Xxxxxxxx Avenue, Sauk Village, IL 60411 xxxxxxxxx@x000.xxx 708/758-1610 Complaint Managers: Xxxxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Chief Schools Business Official 00000 X. Xxxxxxxx Avenue, Sauk Village, IL 60411 00000 X. Xxxxxxxx Avenue, Sauk Village, IL 60411 xxxxxxxx@x000.xxx xxxxxxxxx@x000.xxx 708/000-0000 000/758-1610 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: August 20, 2018 CCSD 168 (Sauk Village) SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION CCSD 168 (Sauk Village)

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxxxx Xxxxxxxx 000 Xxxxxx Xxxxx, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Xxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxx Xxxxxx 000 Xxxxxx Xxxxx, Xxxxxx, XX 00000000 Xxxxxx Xxxxx, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxx@xxxxxx000.xxx xxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: September 18, 2018 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Dakota CUSD 201 3:10 Goals and Objectives The Superintendent directs the administration in order to manage the School District and to facilitate the implementation of a quality educational program in alignment with Board of Education policy 1:30, School District Philosophy. Specific goals and objectives are to:

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board of Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx Telephone:000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Xxxxxxx Xxxxx Xxx Xxxxxxxx Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000 Xxxxxxx High School Chester Comm. Grade School 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000000 Xxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx Telephone:000-000-0000 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: August 16, 2018 Xxxxxxx CUSD 139 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Chester CUSD 139

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board of Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent or Board member(s), within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s or a designeeoutside investigator’s report, will the Board shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxx Xxxxxxx 0000 X. Xxxxxx St., Xxxxxx, IL 62959 618-993-2321 Complaint Managers: Xxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxx Xxxxx 0000 X. Xxxxxx St., Xxxxxx, IL 62959 0000 X. Xxxxxx St., Xxxxxx, IL 62959 618-993-2321 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: January 21, 2020 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Xxxxxx CUSD 2

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Board or a designee, will mail its written appeal decision to Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the Respondent by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy to accused of the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School Code’s action. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxx Xxxxxx, Supt. Name 600 N. Cedar Address New Berlin, IL 62670 Email: xxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 000-000-0000 Telephone Complaint Managers: Xxxxx Xxxxx, Principal Xxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx, Principal Name 600 N. Cedar Address New Berlin, IL 62670 Name 300 Xxxxx St. Address New Berlin, IL 62670 Email: xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 Telephone Telephone LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60 (P.A. 100-29, final citation pending), 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) ADOPTED: February 19, 2018 New Berlin CUSD 16 2:270 Board of Education Censure Policy Board of Education members have a legal duty to maintain the confidentiality of authorized discussions held in closed sessions of the Board of Education pursuant to the Illinois Open Meetings Act (5 ILCS 120/2(e). Closed session exceptions are strictly construed to extend only to subjects clearly within their scope. This Policy extends only to Board closed session discussions which comply with the requirements of the Open Meetings Act. In the event a member of the Board of Education violates his/her duty of confidentiality with regard to Board closed session discussions, the remaining members of the Board of Education are authorized, for good cause shown, to censure the offending Board member on a roll call vote following a motion duly made and seconded at a public meeting as required by law. For this motion to pass at least four Board members must vote in favor of the motion. ADOPTED:October 26, 1016 New Berlin CUSD 16 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION New Berlin CUSD 16

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board of Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Name: Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Asst. Supt. for Special Services Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Xx. Xxxxxxxx, IL 60056 Email: xxxxxxx@xxxx00.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Name: Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx, Asst. Supt. for Curriculum & Instruction Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Xx. Xxxxxxxx, IL 60056 Email: xxxxxxxxxx@xxxx00.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Asst. Supt. for Business Services Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxxxx Xx., Xx. Xxxxxxxx, IL 60056 Email: xxxxxxxxx@xxxx00.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: April 17, 2018 River Trails SD 26 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION River Trails SD 26 3:30 Chain of Command The Superintendent shall develop an organizational chart indicating the channels of authority and reporting relationships for school personnel. These channels should be followed, and no level should be bypassed except in unusual situations. All personnel should refer matters requiring administrative action to the responsible administrator, and may appeal a decision to a higher administrative officer. Whenever possible, each employee should be responsible to only one immediate supervisor. When this is not possible, the division of responsibility must be clear. CROSS REF.:1:20 (District Organization, Operations, and Cooperative Agreements), 2:140 (Communications To and From the Board), 3:70 (Succession of Authority) ADOPTED:December 18, 2007 River Trails SD 26 3:40 Superintendent Duties and Authority The Superintendent is the District's executive officer and is responsible for the administration and management of the District schools in accordance with Board of Education policies and directives, and State and federal law. District management duties include, without limitation, preparing, submitting, publishing, and posting reports and notifications as required by State and federal law. The Superintendent is authorized to develop administrative procedures and take other action as needed to implement Board policy and otherwise fulfill his or her responsibilities. The Superintendent may delegate to other District staff members the exercise of any powers and the discharge of any duties imposed upon the Superintendent by Board of Education policies or by Board vote. The delegation of power or duty, however, shall not relieve the Superintendent of responsibility for the action that was delegated.

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board of Education. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx Telephone:000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Xxxxxxx Xxxxx Xxx Xxxxxxxx Address: 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000 Xxxxxxx High School Chester Comm. Grade School 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000000 Xxxxxx Xx., Xxxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx000.xxx Telephone:000-000-0000 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: 8/16/2018 12:37:21 PM Xxxxxxx CUSD 139 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Chester CUSD 139

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the InvestigatorComplaint Manager's report for a more serious infractionreport, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) 's decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District's efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint twoComplaint Managers, one of each gender. The District's Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxx X'Xxxxxx 0000 Xxxxxx Xxx., Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 708.398.1230 Complaint Managers: Xxxxxx XxXxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx 0000 Xxxxxx Xxx., Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx, XX 00000 0000 Xxxxxx Xxx., Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 708.424.7400 708.424.7400 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200-40. CROSS REF.:2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: 8/21/2018 9:24:29 AM Evergreen Park CHSD 231 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Evergreen Park CHSD 231

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Name: Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Address: 0000 Xxxxxx Xx 000 X, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxx@xxx.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 Complaint Managers: Name: Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Superintendent Address: 0000 Xxxxxx Xx 000 X, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxx@xxx.xxx Telephone: 000-000-0000 LEGAL REF.: Name: Xxxxx Xxxxxxx-Xxxxxxx, Spec. Ed. Coordinator Address: 0000 Xxxxxx Xx 000 X, Xxxxxx, XX 00000 Email: xxxxxxxx@xxxxx.x00.xx.xx Telephone: 000-000-0000 Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: 5/16/2018 9:27:45 AM CUSD 7 (Tolono) SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION CUSD 7 (Tolono)

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the Investigator's report for a more serious infractionComplaint Manager’s report, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent or Board member(s), within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s or a designeeoutside investigator’s report,, will the Board shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District’s efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint two Complaint Managers, one of each gender. The District’s Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxxx Xxxxxxxxx 000 Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Crest Hill, IL xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxx.xx 815/722-6673 60403 Complaint Managers: Xxxx Xxxxxxxxx 000 Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Crest Hill, IL 60403 Xxxxxx Xxxx 000 Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Crest Hill, IL 60403 xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxx.xx 815/722-6673 xxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxx.xx 815/722-6673 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title V I of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx-Xxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112/. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200.40. CROSS REF.: 2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:310 (Restrictions on Publications; Elementary Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) ADOPTED: November 18, 1997 REVISED: April 24, 2001; August 20, 2001; April 15, 2003; December 16, 2003; October 17, 2006; December 19, 2006; December 18, 2007; October 20, 2009; December 21, 2010; March 20, 2012; September 15, 2015; September 19, 2017; February 20, 2018; April 17, 2018; December 17, 2019 Xxxxxx-Xxxxx SD 88 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Xxxxxx-Xxxxx SD 88

Decision and Appeal. Within five school business days after receiving the InvestigatorComplaint Manager's report for a more serious infractionreport, the Superintendent (shall mail his or the Board, if the complaint contains allegations involving the Superintendent or one or more Board members) will mail a her written determination decision to the Complainant and the Respondent registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery accused by first class U.S. mail as well as to the Complaint Manager. All decisions will shall be based upon the preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) standard. Within 10 school business days after receiving the Superintendent’s (or Board's) 's decision, the Complainant or the Respondent accused may appeal the decision to the Board of Education by making a written request to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator or Complaint Manager. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, The Complaint Manager, or designee, Manager shall promptly forward all materials relevant relative to the complaint and appeal to the Board Board. Within 30 school business days after receipt of an appeal of the Superintendent's (or Board's) decisiondays, the Board or a designee will shall affirm, reverse, or amend the Superintendent’s (or Board's) decision or direct the Superintendent (or Board) to reopen the investigation process for gathering gather additional information. If the investigation is reopened, a new Investigator report, Superintendent written determination, and opportunity to appeal will be provided. Within five school business days after of the Board’s appeal decision, the Superintendent shall inform the Complainant and the accused of the Board’s action. For complaints containing allegations involving the Superintendent, within 30 school business days after receiving the Complaint Manager’s report, the Board or a designee, will shall mail its written appeal decision to the Complainant and the Respondent accused by registered mail, return receipt requested, and/or personal delivery with a copy first class U.S. mail as well as to the Investigator. For matters involving controversies arising under Illinois school law, the parties may have rights to appeal the School Board's decision to the Regional Superintendent pursuant to Section 3-10 of The School Code and, thereafter, to the State Superintendent pursuant to Section 2-3.8 of The School CodeComplaint Manager. This policy will shall not be construed to create an independent right to a hearing before the Superintendent or Board. The failure to strictly follow the procedures and other timelines in this grievance procedure does shall not automatically prejudice any party. Appointing a party or impact Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers The Superintendent shall appoint a Nondiscrimination Coordinator to manage the outcome District's efforts to provide equal opportunity employment and educational opportunities and prohibit the harassment of employees, students, and others. The Nondiscrimination Coordinator also serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator. The Superintendent shall appoint at least one Complaint Manager to administer the complaint process in this policy. If possible, the Superintendent will appoint twoComplaint Managers, one of each gender. The District's Nondiscrimination Coordinator may be appointed as one of the process..Complaint Managers. The Superintendent shall insert into this policy and keep current the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the Nondiscrimination Coordinator and the Complaint Managers. Nondiscrimination Coordinator: Xxx X'Xxxxxx 0000 Xxxxxx Xxx., Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 708.398.1230 Complaint Managers: Xxxxxx XxXxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx 0000 Xxxxxx Xxx., Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx, XX 00000 0000 Xxxxxx Xxx., Xxxxxxxxx Xxxx, XX 00000 xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx 708.424.7400 708.424.7400 LEGAL REF.: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §621 et seq. Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq. Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act), 42 U.S.C. §2000e et seq. Equal Pay Act, 29 U.S.C. §206(d). Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000ff et seq. Immigration Reform and Control Act, 8 U.S.C. §1324a et seq. XxXxxxxx Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §791 et seq. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq. Title IX of the Education Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70-5(a). 105 ILCS 5/2-3.8, 5/3-10, 5/10-20.7a, 5/10-20.60, 5/10-22.5, 5/22-19, 5/24-4, 5/27-1, 5/27-23.7, and 45/1-15. Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, 410 ILCS 513/. Illinois Whistleblower Act, 740 ILCS 174/. Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/. Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act, 820 ILCS 180/, 56 Ill.Admin.Code Part 280. Equal Pay Act of 2003, 820 ILCS 112. Employee Credit Privacy Act, 820 ILCS 70/. 23 Ill.Admin.Code §§1.240 and 200-40. CROSS REF.:2:105 (Ethics and Gift Ban), 5:10 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment), 5:20 (Workplace Harassment Prohibited), 5:30 (Hiring Process and Criteria), 6:120 (Education of Children with Disabilities), 6:140 (Education of Homeless Children), 6:170 (Title I Programs), 6:260 (Complaints About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs), 7:10 (Equal Educational Opportunities), 7:15 (Student and Family Privacy Rights), 7:20 (Harassment of Students Prohibited), 7:180 (Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment), 7:315 (Restrictions on Publications; High Schools), 8:70 (Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities), 8:95 (Parental Involvement), 8:110 (Public Suggestions and Concerns) Adopted: August 21, 2018 Evergreen Park CHSD 231 SECTION 3 - GENERAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Evergreen Park CHSD 231