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Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates the law, and the Board of Education aims to provide a fair and equitable work environment free of discriminatory intimidation. Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or verbal, physical, or other sexually offensive conduct that:
1. is a term or condition of employment,
2. affects employment decisions, or
3. interferes with work performance or creates a hostile environment.
Examples of sexual harassment include verbal, written, physical, visual, and technological acts, and any other actions that emphasize vulnerability due to gender or subject individuals to unwanted sexual attention.
The policy prohibits sexual harassment, and employees who harass will face disciplinary action, while members of the public who violate the policy may be barred from district property or face prosecution.
Procedures for addressing complaints include direct notification to the harasser, reporting to supervisors or administrators, investigation by the Executive Director of Human Resources, and disciplinary action.
Retaliation against individuals who complain or participate in investigations is not permitted.