Title
APPROVAL OF REVISED SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2.71-PREVENTING DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT
Description
School Board Policy 2.71 Policy Preventing Discrimination and Harassment has been revised with the following changes:
· Changes terms to acknowledge state and federal protected classifications
· Includes persons being aware of discrimination or harassment as required to report incident to school or district administrator
· Requires parent/guardian notification as soon as possible for both victims and perpetrators of violation claims
· Adds details on Hope Scholarship program eligibility
Gap Analysis
These policy revisions have been made to comply with state law and FL Department of Education rules.
Previous Outcomes
This policy was previously revised and adopted as Board Policy in August 2020.
Expected Outcomes
Upon adoption of this policy, appropriate corresponding updates will be made to district procedures and manuals to align with the changes, including the previously approved Code of Student Conduct.
Strategic Plan Goal
Recommendation
That the revised School Board Policy 2.71 - Policy Preventing Discrimination and Harassment - be approved as presented.
Contact Information
CHRIS PARENTEAU chris.parenteau@sarasotacountyschools.net
CRAIG MANIGLIA craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net
CHRIS RENOUF chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact