Title IX - Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex
Title IX Coordinator:
Dr. Vanessa Landesfeind
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
(626) 471-2000 x 2020
Overview Title IX
Each student and employee has a right to learn and work in an environment free from unlawful discrimination. No student or employee shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to harassment or other discrimination in any academic, extracurricular, research, occupational training, or other program or activity based on actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity or expression.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is one of several federal and state anti-discrimination laws that ensure equality in education. Title IX prohibits discrimination, harassment, exclusion, denial, limitation, or separation based on sex or gender. Title IX applies to male and female students in any educational institution receiving federal funding.
Overview California Code 221.8 - Student Rights
The following list of rights, which are based on the relevant provisions of the federal regulations implementing Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1681 et seq.), may be used by the department for purposes of Section 221.6:
(a) You have the right to fair and equitable treatment and you shall not be discriminated against based on your sex.
(b) You have the right to be provided with an equitable opportunity to participate in all academic extracurricular activities, including athletics.
(c) You have the right to inquire of the athletic director of your school as to the athletic opportunities offered by the school.
(d) You have the right to apply for athletic scholarships.
(e) You have the right to receive equitable treatment and Benefits in the provision of all of the following:
(1) Equipment and supplies.
(2) Scheduling of games and practices.
(3) Transportation and daily allowances.
(4) Access to tutoring.
(5) Coaching.
(6) Locker rooms.
(7) Practice and competitive facilities.
(8) Medical and training facilities and services.
(9) Publicity.
(f) You have the right to have access to a gender equity coordinator to answer questions regarding gender equity laws.
(g) You have the right to contact the State Department of Education and the California Interscholastic Federation to access information on gender equity laws.
(h) You have the right to file a confidential discrimination complaint with the United States Office of Civil Rights or the State Department of Education if you believe you have been Discriminated against or if you believe you have received unequal treatment on the basis of your sex.
(i) You have the right to pursue civil remedies if you have been discriminated against.
(j) You have the right to be protected against retaliation if you file a discrimination complaint.
Title IX Complaint Process
Students or parents/guardians should report their verbal or written Title IX complaint to the school site administrator or Title IX Coordinator within six months from the date the alleged incident occurred or first obtained knowledge. Complainants have a right to a timely and informal resolution at the school site.
If the complainant is dissatisfied with the school-site decision, the complainant may file a written Uniform Complaint Procedure (UPC) complaint directly with the Title IX Coordinator. This will begin the investigation process, which must be completed within 60 days. An appeal of the District’s findings may be made to the California Department of Education - Office of Equal Opportunity.
The District’s Title IX Coordinator is:
Dr. Vanessa Landesfeind
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
Monrovia Unified School District
325 E. Huntington Drive Monrovia, CA 91016
Phone: (626) 471-2000 Fax: (626) 282-4014
Email: [email protected]
Monrovia Unified School District
325 E. Huntington Drive Monrovia, CA 91016
Phone: (626) 471-2000 Fax: (626) 282-4014
Email: [email protected]
The District’s Human Resources Office timestamps new complaints of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying when received and provides an acknowledgment letter. The investigator assigned has 60 calendar days from office receipt to investigate the complaint and to send a letter with findings to relevant parties. The 60-day timeline may be extended only by mutual agreement of the complainant and the District. During the investigative process, the investigator contacts the complainant and other applicable parties requesting data and responses. The District includes an opportunity for the complainant to present evidence or information to support the allegations.
The District will ensure that, within 60 days of receipt of the written complaint, the complaint has been resolved and/or investigated and that a written report of findings is issued to the complainant. The written report of the investigative findings contains the allegations, method of investigation, policy, findings, conclusions, appeal options, and corrective actions, if applicable.
A complaint may be filed anonymously if it provides evidence or information leading to evidence to support an allegation of noncompliance. Complainants making a verbal complaint shall be referred to an administrator/designee who will assist any person with a disability or who is unable to prepare a written complaint. Otherwise, a discrimination complaint may be filed with the Office for Civil Rights:
San Francisco Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
Phone: (415) 486-5555 Email: [email protected]
U.S. Department of Education
Phone: (415) 486-5555 Email: [email protected]
United States Department of Education Office of Civil Rights Form: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html