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Da Verne Bell, Ed. D., Coordinator, Equity & Diversity
Teri Wood, Equity & Diversity Specialist
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Contact Information: |
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Phone: (253) 571-1292 |
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Fax: (253) 571-1158 |
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Central Administration Bldg. - 4th floor |
The Equity & Diversity Office reports to the Superintendent and is responsible for implementing federal, state, local laws, and Board mandates in response to discrimination, sexual harassment and gender equity. These laws encompass the Federal Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, RCW 28A.640 (WAC 392-190-392-200), Title IX, and Board Policy 5265 - Nondiscrimination, Policy 5266 - Sexual Harassment. Implementation of said laws and policies are accomplished by establishing appropriate protocols to address alleged violations, investigating alleged violations by providing findings and recommendations for appropriate action. Training sessions are conducted for staff/students/parents in order to familiarize them with the laws and procedures for prevention/redress. |
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The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) mandates per federal law that each school district provide a Board approved Staff Diversity Plan. The Equity & Diversity Office develops, monitors and analyzes implementation of said plan and recommends corrective action, if appropriate. |
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The Equity & Diversity Office is required by state law to implement and monitor programs that ensure gender equity in athletics, club or intramural athletics; recreational activities; career counseling services and/or class assignments. This mandate also requires a survey of students in order to determine their interest level in activities current or desired. The results of the survey are required by law to be used to develop programs and/or institute changes. This office conducts the survey, reviews survey analysis, assists in developing program changes when determined to be appropriate, monitors outcomes and makes recommendation for modifications or changes. The Equity & Diversity Office has the responsibility of serving as a resource to parents, agencies and community groups external to the District in response to inquiries regarding District policy, laws and training. |
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The office is designated to develop and implement the District's cultural diversity program. |
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