Discrimination based on sex is illegal in education programs. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 solidifies protections for students and staff, spanning almost every aspect of schools, from recruiting to harassment. These sessions provide detailed guidance for interpreting and applying Title IX requirements.
Scheduled for 75 minutes including question and answer period.Wednesday, July 6, 2022: 12:30 PM Eastern
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will distill the critical points from the 701-page proposal for amendments to Title IX regulations. You will learn how to update your policies and procedures before the new rules take effect.
What You'll Learn
What are the most impactful changes to Title IX regulations?
How will they affect your school?
How has the definition of sex-based harassment changed?
What actions are schools required to take to end sex discrimination?
What grievance procedures will you need to follow?
4 Sessions scheduled for 90 minutes including question and answer period.Monday, July 18 - Thursday, July 21, 2022; 12:30 PM Eastern or Tuesday, October 11 - Friday, October 14, 2022; 5:00 PM Eastern
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will help you understand the new rules and identify the important implications of Title IX on your school. You will learn how to adopt appropriate policies, fulfill training requirements, and incorporate effective investigation techniques.
Benefits of Certification
Address all Title IX issues that arise in your school or school district
Master new regulations and prepare for expected changes
Protect your school district from potential legal liability
Prove your expertise to employers, colleagues, students, parents, and regulators with your Title IX Coordinator Certification
Scheduled for 75 minutes including question and answer period.Tuesday, September 6, 2022; 4:00 PM Eastern
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will explain the critical employment issues for school coaches. You will learn how to avoid potential legal or political problems.
What You'll Learn
What legal and employment issues involve coaches?
How should you set compensation and evaluate performance?
What elements of conduct should you define?
What input should you get from parents, students, and the community?
How do standards impact discipline or discharge?
How can you address outside activities and conflicts of interest?
Scheduled for 75 minutes including question and answer period.Monday, September 26, 2022; 4:00 PM Eastern
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will explain how to address consent within schools. You will learn the legal requirements for minor students, adult students, and employees.
What You'll Learn
What is the legal definition of consent under Title IX?
What scenarios often lead to formal sexual harassment complaints?
How can you determine consent when investigating complaints?
Are individuals at school able to give consent to unwelcome conduct?
How does consent differ among minor students, adult students, and employees?
How do student–employee and employee–employee interactions differ?
What role does consent play in off-campus incidents?
What other legal consent issues may arise during Title IX investigations?
Title IX expert Rick Verstegen will share insights into the upcoming updates and protections for transgender students. You will learn how to update your policies and practices to prepare to comply.
What You'll Learn
What will the new Title IX regulations likely include?
What are your legal obligations to welcome and affirm LGBTQ students?
Do transgender athletes have an advantage? Is it fair in the eyes of the law?
How are schools’ requirements for sexual harassment investigations changing?
What is the impact of Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia on higher education?
What can you learn from pending transgender discrimination complaints?
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will review the most important legal issues confronting schools and dress codes for students. You will learn how to implement best practices and address student objections.
What You'll Learn
What is the history of gender-based dress codes?
What key provisions govern the rights of the board to set rules for dress?
How can you balance First Amendment rights with disruptive clothing choices?
Title IX expert Rick Verstegen will share insights into the upcoming updates and protections for transgender students. You will learn how to update your policies and practices to prepare to comply.
What You'll Learn
What will the new Title IX regulations likely include?
What are your legal obligations to welcome and affirm LGBTQ youth?
Do transgender athletes have an advantage? Is it fair in the eyes of the law?
How are schools’ requirements for sexual harassment investigations changing?
What is the impact of Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia on schools?
What can you learn from pending transgender discrimination complaints?
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will explain how to conduct Title IX investigations for your school. You will learn how to follow the latest regulations and incorporate effective investigation techniques.
Sessions Include:
Title IX Investigations In General
Title IX Investigations Related To Sexual Discrimination
Title IX Investigations Involving Sexual Harassment
Scheduled for 75 minutes including question and answer period.Wednesday, September 14, 2022; 4:00 PM Eastern
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will show you step-by-step how to write investigation reports for various scenarios involving formal complaints of sexual harassment in K-12 schools. You will learn how to incorporate procedural steps, draft findings of fact, and address inconsistencies in testimony.
What You'll Learn
What are the legal requirements for Title IX investigation reports?
What steps must your investigation include?
What unbiased questions should you ask to gather information?
How should you structure reports?
How must you consider responses for parties before finalizing a report?
What legal issues arise during Title IX investigation report writing?
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will take you step-by-step through appropriately making decisions within the Title IX grievance process. You will learn the current Department of Education regulations you must follow to address complaints.
What You'll Learn
What specific steps should you follow when you receive a Title IX complaint?
Who should conduct investigations?
How should investigation reports be completed?
How should you address written input from the involved parties?
What question-and-answer structure should you use?
How can you determine the relevance of questions?
What other legal issues may arise during Title IX decision-making?
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will show you how to draft appropriate written determinations. You will learn the current Department of Education regulations you must follow when documenting Title IX complaint decisions and actions.
What You'll Learn
Who should write determinations?
What information should a written determination include?
How should you document any remedies or sanctions?
Education law expert Rick Verstegen will take you step-by-step through how to address reports of sexual harassment and formal complaints of sexual harassment. You will learn how to correctly and effectively investigate and decide these matters.
What You'll Learn
How should you handle reports and formal complaints of sexual harassment?
How do scenarios differ?
What supportive measures must you provide and document?
How should you notify parties of a formal complaint?
What common issues do Title IX investigators face?
What options do you have for informal resolution or dismissal?
How do First Amendment concerns relate to Title IX?
What steps must you take to protect student records?
