Physical or sexual abuse of students, including but not limited to sexual or physical relationships, grooming behavior, and otherwise inappropriate relationships with students by employees will not be tolerated. The definition of employees for the purpose of this policy includes not only those who work for pay, but also those who are volunteers of the school district under the direction and control of the school district. Employees found in violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
The school district will respond promptly to allegations of abuse of students by school district employees by investigating or arranging for the investigation of an allegation and timely reporting to all relevant agencies as required by law. The processing of a complaint or allegation will be handled confidentially to the maximum extent possible. Employees are required to assist in the investigation when requested to provide information and to maintain confidentiality of the reporting and investigation process.
The school district will appoint a Level I investigator and an alternate Level I investigator. The school district has also arranged for a trained, experienced professional to serve as the Level II investigator. The Level I investigator and alternate will be provided training in conducting an investigation at the expense of the school district. The names of the investigators are listed in student handbooks, published annually in the local newspaper, and posted in all school facilities. (Policy 105.1-E)
The superintendent is responsible for drafting administrative regulations to implement this policy.
Adopted: 5/90
Reviewed: 3/11; 12/11; 4/13; 3/23
Revised: 2/10; 9/14; 3/17; 11/18; 6/20; 10/23; 8/24
Related Policy: 105.1-E; 401.15; 401.15-R; 403.30; 505.52; 505.52-R
Legal Reference (Code of Iowa): §§ 232.67, .70, .73, .75; 235A; 256.160; 272A; 280.17; 709; 728.12(1)
281 IAC 12.3(6), 102; 103; 441 IAC 155; 175
IASB Reference: 402.03
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Please complete the following as fully as possible. If you need assistance, contact the district's Level I investigators as listed. Please print all information.
Student's Name and Address:
Student's Telephone Number:
Student's School:
Name and place of employment of school employee accused of injuring/abusing the student:
Allegation is of: ______ Physical Abuse _____ Sexual Abuse**
**Parents of children who are in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade and whose children are the alleged victims of or witnesses to sexual abuse have the right to see and hear any interviews of their children in the investigation. Please indicate "yes" if the parent/guardian wishes to exercise this right:
_____ Yes _____ No Telephone Number: _________________________________
Please describe what happened (Include date, time, and where the incident took place if known. If physical abuse is alleged, also state the nature of the student's injury. Attach an additional sheet, if needed):
Were there any witnesses to the incident or are there students or persons who may have information about the incident? _____ Yes _____ No
If yes, please list by name (if known) or classification: (Example: third grade class, fourth period geometry class)
Complainant's Signature:
Complainant's Relationship to Student:
Date:
Please return this completed, signed form to the Level I Investigators:
Address: 3556 Winslow Road, Marion IA 52302
Fax: 319-403-8002
Related Policy : 105.1
Reviewed 9/14; 3/17; 3/23
Revised: 6/20; 10/23; 8/24