What is Title IX?

Understanding Title IX

• Sexual harassment.
• Failure to provide equal opportunities in athletics.
• Discrimination based on pregnancy or parenting status.

California Title IX Compliance

• The contact information of the Title IX Coordinator.
• The rights of students and the public under Title IX.
• A description of how to file a Title IX complaint, including timelines.
• The procedure for filing a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.

Section 221.8 Rights Under Title IX

• Equipment and supplies.
• Scheduling of games and practices.
• Transportation and daily allowances.
• Access to tutoring.
• Coaching.
• Locker rooms.
• Practice and competitive facilities.
• Medical and training facilities and services.
• Publicity.

How to File a Complaint Under Title IX

• Contact Information: Complaints can be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator:
  
  • Email: nondiscrimination@oakarts.org
  • Phone: 510-873-8800
• Student Fee Complaints: Complaints alleging noncompliance with laws prohibiting the charging of unlawful student fees, deposits, or charges, or requirements related to the LCAP, may be filed anonymously if evidence or information leading to evidence is provided to support the allegation. Such complaints can be filed with the school principal or Title IX Coordinator but must be submitted no later than one year from the date of the alleged violation. (Education Code 49013, 52075; 5 CCR 4630)
• Discrimination, Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying Complaints: Complaints of unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, or bullying, may be filed by: 
  • A person alleging that they personally suffered discrimination.
  • A person alleging that an individual or specific class of individuals has been subjected to discrimination.
  • Complaints must be initiated within six months from the date of the alleged incident or from when the complainant first became aware of the facts. The deadline for filing may be extended by up to 90 days upon written request to the Superintendent or designee, specifying the reason for the extension. (5 CCR 4630)
• Anonymous Complaints: When a complaint alleging unlawful discrimination, such as discriminatory harassment, intimidation, or bullying, is filed anonymously, the compliance officer shall pursue an investigation or other response as appropriate, depending on the specificity and reliability of the information provided and the seriousness of the allegation.
• Requests for Confidentiality: If the complainant or alleged victim requests confidentiality, the district will inform them that this may limit the district's ability to investigate the conduct or take other necessary action. When honoring a request for confidentiality, the district shall nevertheless take all reasonable steps to investigate and resolve/respond to the complaint consistent with the request.
• Support for Filing a Complaint: If a complainant is unable to submit a written complaint due to disability or illiteracy, district staff will assist in filing the complaint. (5 CCR 4600)
• Retaliation Complaints: Complaints alleging retaliation or unlawful discrimination (such as discriminatory harassment, intimidation, or bullying) must be filed not later than six months from the date it occurred, or six months from the date the complainant first obtained knowledge of the facts of the alleged unlawful discrimination. The time for filing may be extended for up to 90 days by the Superintendent or designee for good cause upon written request by the complainant setting forth the reasons for the extension.
• Documentation and Follow-Up: All complaints are investigated promptly and resolved according to district procedures and state or federal laws.

RESOURCES

• National Office Contact:
  • Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building
    400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100
  • Phone: 800-421-3481
  • Fax: 202-453-6012
  • TDD: 800-877-8339
  • Email: OCR@ed.gov
• San Francisco Regional Office Contact:
  • U.S. Department of Education
    Office for Civil Rights
    50 United Nations Plaza, Mailbox 1200, Room 1545, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Phone: 415-486-5555
  • Fax: 415-486-5570
  • TDD: 800-877-8339

• All UCP-related complaints must be investigated and resolved within 60 calendar days of the district's receipt of the complaint unless the complainant agrees in writing to an extension of the timeline. (5 CCR 4631)
• The Compliance Officer is responsible for maintaining records of all complaints and subsequent related actions. These records include steps taken during the investigation and information required for compliance with 5 CCR 4631 and 4633.
• All parties involved will be notified when:
  • A complaint is filed.
  • A decision or ruling is made.
• Confidentiality: The Compliance Officer shall keep all complaints or allegations of retaliation or unlawful discrimination (e.g., discriminatory harassment, intimidation, or bullying) confidential, except when disclosure is necessary to:
  • Conduct the investigation.
  • Take corrective action.
  • Conduct ongoing monitoring.
  • Maintain the integrity of the process. (5 CCR 4630, 4964)