Title IX

What is Title IX?

Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on sex in educational programs and activities that receive federal funding, including Alcoa City Schools. It ensures that all students, regardless of sex, have equal access to an education, free from discrimination or harassment, in a safe and supportive environment.

Title IX addresses various issues such as sexual harassment, sex discrimination and protections for pregnant students/employees and parenting students in an effort to create equitable opportunities in a safe environment for all students.

Sexual Harrasment

Sex Discrimination

Pregnancy Protections

Report

Alcoa City Schools is committed to offering a safe and supportive environment for all of its students and employees. If you feel that you have been a victim of or witnessed sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or inequitable treatment due to pregnancy, click the link below to report the same.

🔗 Link to Complaint Form

Support

Alcoa City Schools wants all of its students to feel that they can equitably access their educational environment and the programs offered. Students and employees who believe they have been subject to sexual harassment or sex discrimination can be provided non-punitive supportive measures regardless of whether they request an investigation.

🔗 Link to Supportive Measure Request Form

Process

Alcoa City Schools follows the process outlined by federal law to respond to and resolve Title IX matters. It is our goal to make this process as simple and understandable as possible for both the Complainant (person allegedly harassed or discriminated against) and the Respondent (person whom allegations are made against).

🔗 Title IX Process Flow Chart

Policy

Alcoa City Schools Board of Education has adopted a policy regarding Title IX and investigations into alleged violations that will be followed throughout this process.

🔗 Title IX Policy

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I report a Title IX Concern?

There are several ways to report a Title IX concern. First, you could tell any Alcoa City Schools employee that you believe you are experiencing sexual harassment or discrimination. They are required to report these instances to the Title IX Coordinator, who will then reach out to offer supportive measures and discuss the Complaint Process.

You can also report instances of sexual harassment or discrimination directly to the Title IX Coordinator, (Lindy McGuire) either in person, via email at
([email protected]), or by phone (865-984-0531, ext. 1106).

Lastly, you can always report instances of sexual harassment or discrimination through this website by accessing the linked form above, and the Title IX Coordinator will then reach out to you.

Is school discipline affected by the Title IX process?

Yes. In most cases, school discipline is temporarily paused during the Title IX complaint process. Once the investigation is complete, the Decision Maker will make any recommendations as to discipline for the school to follow.

There are occasions where a student can be temporarily moved to a different setting or location during the investigation as a supportive measure. However, this is not disciplinary and is more to ensure safety and equal access for all students.

What are supportive measures?

Supportive measures are non-disciplinary, non-punitive individualized supports and services offered as appropriate to either party in the Title IX Process. A formal Title IX Complaint does not have to be filed for a party to be able to receive supportive measures. Supportive measures are specifically tailored to each individual, but could include, but are not limited to, the following: counseling, course modifications, no contact orders, schedule changes, or increased monitoring/supervision.

Is reporting to the Title IX Coordinator the same as reporting to law enforcement?

No. A Title IX investigation is separate investigation from law enforcement. There are some instances where behaviors and actions reported to the Title IX Coordinator may result in the District reporting the matter to law enforcement. You may also report an instance to law enforcement at any time. If there are both law enforcement and Title IX investigations, the Title IX investigation will be paused until law enforcement gives the District notice that they may proceed with their investigation.

Title IX Coordinator

Lindy McGuire

[email protected]

865-984-0531 ,1106