The Chequamegon School District does not unlawfully discriminate in its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment opportunities.
The District strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, or citizenship status; religion or creed; sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, change of sex, or gender identity; pregnancy, marital status, or parental status; physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability; genetic information; veteran status or military service (as defined in Wis. Stats. § 111.32.
This policy is enforced in accordance with Wisconsin Statute §118.13, Title IX (34 C.F.R. Part 106), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Chequamegon School Board Policies (1422, 1662, 2260, 2260.01, 3122, 3362, 4122, 4362, and 5517). This protection extends to all Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities offered by the District.
DISTRICT Title IX coordinators and COMPLIANCE OFFICERS
Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the District's Compliance Officers, the Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR), or both.
To file a report or complaint of discrimination, including sex discrimination or sexual harassment, please contact:
John Oswald, Principal
400 9th St N
Park Falls, WI 54552
715-762-2474
joswald@csdk12.net
Jessica Folstad, Director of Pupil Services
420 9th St N
Park Falls, WI 54552
715-762-2474
jfolstad@csdk12.net
Title IX 2025 Training Materials
The names, titles, and contact information of these individuals will be published annually in the staff handbooks and on the School District's website.
The COs are responsible for coordinating the District’s efforts to comply with the applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, including the District’s duty to address in a prompt and equitable manner any inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, retaliation, or denial of equal access. The COs shall also verify that proper notice of nondiscrimination has been provided for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended), Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) to students, their parents, staff members, and the general public.
(School Board Policy 2260)
Grievance Process and Procedures
The board has adopted a grievance process and procedures that provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of student and employee complaints alleging any action prohibited by these nondiscrimination policies.
These procedures specifically address how to report or file a complaint of discrimination (including sex discrimination), how to file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the District will respond.
Accessing the policies: The full text of these grievance processes and board policies can be accessed on the District website at www.csdk12.net or by requesting a copy from the administrative office.