Non-Discrimination, Title IX, and HIB

Non-Discrimination Statement

Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) is committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and respectful environment for all. We value the many backgrounds and experiences in our community and believe they strengthen the work we do. PSESD prohibits discrimination in any aspect of its programs, services, or employment practices. This protection applies to every employee, applicant, student, intern, and volunteer.

PSESD does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age (40 or older), honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.

Contact

Maxine Broussard-Upchurch
Executive Director of Human Resources
MBroussard-Upchurch@psesd.org
425-917-7625

Non-Discrimination Policies
How to File a Complaint

Non-Discrimination Policies

How to File a Complaint

1000F Nondiscrimination Complaint Form

Instructions: Please download or save this form to your desktop and complete the information.

Please send to Executive Director of Human Resources Maxine Broussard-Upchurch via one of the following options:

Email at mbroussard-upchurch@psesd.org;
Fax to Human Resources at 425-917-7683; or
Mail/hand deliver to the PSESD Office of Human Resources at 800 Oakesdale Ave SW, Renton WA 98057

Please include any documentation you may have in support of your complaint. Each individual reporting a complaint will need to complete a separate form.

Title IX: Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault

PSESD commits to a positive and productive working environment free from all forms of harassment, including sexual harassment. This commitment extends to all employees and other persons involved in programs or activities of the PSESD, whether that program or activity is in a PSESD facility, center, school district site, transportation, or PSESD sponsored-training held elsewhere.

PSESD takes allegations of sexual violence, harassment, or discrimination seriously. PSESD has designated staff responsible for responding to, investigating, and resolving complaints. You can use PSESD Sexual Harassment Complaint Form to report the matter. You can also make a report directly with school administrators (Principal) or PSESD Title IX Coordinator.

Contact

ReLife School Principal
Reginald Reid
rreid@psesd.org
253-778-7900

PSESD Title IX Coordinator
Maxine Broussard-Upchurch
titleix@psesd.org
425-917-7625

Title IX Policies

How to File a Complaint

The purpose of the formal complaint form is to notify PSESD of allegations of sexual harassment, sexual violence, or sex discrimination in violation of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) so that appropriate action can be taken.

Sexual harassment means unwelcome conduct or communication of a sexual nature. Sexual harassment can occur adult to student, student to student, or can be carried out by a group of students or adults. The term “sexual harassment” includes:

acts of sexual violence;
unwelcome sexual or gender-directed conduct or communication that interferes with an individual’s educational performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment;
unwelcome sexual advances;
unwelcome requests for sexual favors;
sexual demands when submission is a stated or implied condition of obtaining an educational benefit;
sexual demands where submission or rejection is a factor in an academic, or other school-related decision affecting an individual.

Additional information can be found in the ReLife Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook.

Instructions: Individuals alleging Title IX sexual harassment and requesting a review may use the PSESD Sexual Harassment Complaint Form and submit it to the school administrator or PSESD Title IX Coordinator. The complaint form should be completed as soon as possible after the occurrence of the alleged harassment. You can also make a report directly to any ReLife School staff who will report the matter to school administrators (Principal or Dean of Students) or PSESD Title IX Coordinator (listed above).

Be as specific as possible when describing the incident(s). Your complaint is not limited to the space provided in the form if used. You are encouraged to attach additional materials, which may assist in the resolution of your complaint.
Please be sure to include either on the form or other document the following information:

the date(s),
the description of the incident(s) that occurred,
the name(s) of the person(s) involved, and
the name(s) of those who may have witnessed the incident(s).

Submit the form or written document to either the school administrators (Principal or Dean of Students) or PSESD Title IX Coordinator.

If you have any questions regarding the complaint process or complaint form, you may contact the PSESD Title IX Coordinator

Available forms can be found here:

ReLife

Resources

Harassment Intimidation and Bullying (HIB)

PSESD is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, parents/legal guardians, volunteers and community members that is free from harassment, intimidation or bullying.

PSESD will follow the process and steps outlined in Operating Procedure 1020P for reporting or filing a complaint of harassment or reporting suspected harassment of another staff member or volunteer. Operating Procedure 3207P will be adhered to when a student is suspected of being harassed, bullied, or intimidated by a staff member or another student.

Contact

Maxine Broussard-Upchurch
Executive Director of Human Resources
MBroussard-Upchurch@psesd.org
425-917-7625

HIB Policies
How to File a Complaint

HIB Policies

How to File a Complaint

PSESD will take prompt, equitable, and remedial action within its authority on reports, complaints, and grievances alleging harassment that come to the attention of the PSESD, either formally or informally. While it is not required, complainants are encouraged to attempt informal procedures prior to filing a formal complaint.

Staff

1020P Prevention of Harassment Intimidation and Bullying Operating Procedure

Students

3207P Prohibition of Harassment Intimidation and Bullying