Title IX

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

Section 504, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and Non-Discrimination Notice

Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA) Public Notice of Section 504, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and Non- Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Policies and Grievance Procedures

View IDVA’s Title IX and Non-Discrimination Notice [PDF]

IDVA hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public it does not discriminate on the basis of disability (Section 504), race, color, or national origin (Title VI and Title VII), sex and/or age (Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX), and offers employment, applicants for employment, and equal access educational opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, disability, or age.

Grievance procedures for Section 504, Title VI, and Title VII are available to interested persons, and inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to the people listed below. Additionally, you may contact the Office of Civil Rights by calling 800.421.3481.

Non-Discrimination Coordinator

Jessica Lecertua
1965 S. Eagle Rd., Suite 160,
Meridian, ID 83642
208.322.3559
jlecertua@idahova.org

Foster Care Coordinator

Jessica Lecertua
1965 S. Eagle Rd., Suite 160,
Meridian, ID 83642
208.322.3559
jlecertua@idahova.org

Special Programs Manager

Amanda Judd
1965 S. Eagle Rd., Suite 160
Meridian, ID 83642
208.322.3559
ajudd@k12.com

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

IDVA does not discriminate on the basis of disability conditions in admission or access to its programs and activities. No person shall be denied employment because of any physical, mental, or medical impairment, which is related to the person’s ability to engage in the activities involved in the job for which application has been made.

Special Programs Manager

Jessica Lecertua
1965 S. Eagle Rd., Suite 160,
Meridian, ID 83642
208.322.3559

jlecertua@idahova.org

Title VI (Section 601) of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

As required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, IDVA does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national origin.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Title VII prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of color, national origin, and sex; therefore, sexual harassment is job discrimination. As required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, IDVA does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national origin.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

IDVA is committed to providing an environment free from all forms of sex discrimination, which includes sex discrimination, sexual harassment (including sexual violence) as regulated by Title IX, and to ensuring the accessibility of appropriate grievance procedures for addressing all complaints regarding all forms of sex discrimination and sexual harassment. IDVA reserves the authority to independently deal with sex discrimination and sexual harassment whenever becoming aware of their potential existence, regardless of whether a complaint has been lodged in accordance with the grievance procedure. IDVA reserves the authority to address sex discrimination and sexual harassment even if the same, similar, or related circumstances are also being addressed under another policy, whether of IDVA or another entity. Furthermore, IDVA reserves the right to pursue sexual misconduct violations that fall outside of the scope of Title IX based on IDVA’s judgment that the alleged actions are contrary to any part of its code of conduct or employee handbook.

Sex Discrimination and Sexual Harassment means conduct of a sexual nature that meets any of the following:

  • Sex discrimination occurs when a person, because of their sex, is denied participation in or the benefits of any education program or activity that receives federal financial assistance.
  • Sexual harassment means conduct on the basis of sex that satisfies one or more of the following:

1. A school employee conditioning education benefits on participation in unwelcome sexual conduct (i.e., quid pro quo); or

2. Unwelcome conduct that a reasonable person would determine is so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the school’s education program or activity; or

3. Sexual assault (as defined in the Clery Act), dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking as defined in the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Sexual harassment can be verbal, nonverbal, or physical.

Reporting Harassment and Discrimination

Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment using the contact information listed below for the Title IX coordinator. Such a report may be made at any time (including during non-business hours).

Non-Discrimination Coordinator

Jessica Lecertua
1965 S. Eagle Rd., Suite 160,
Meridian, ID 83642
208.322.3559
jlecertua@idahova.org

Step 1

The IDVA Title IX Formal Complaint Form must be used for any Title IX grievance. Title IX includes complaints based on sex discrimination, including complaints of sexual harassment or sexual violence.

IDVA’s Title IX Reporting Form

Next Steps

If a formal complaint is filed, appropriate steps will be taken to investigate, and the outcome will be shared with all stakeholders. If either party is not satisfied with the decision, a written appeal may be submitted to the board’s clerk within 10 calendar days. Additional information can be found in the Uniform Grievance Procedure document.

View IDVA Policy 505.0 Uniform Grievance Procedure [PDF]

Title IX Training Materials

Title IX Certifications

Any individual, who believes they may have experienced any form of sex discrimination or sexual harassment, or who believes that they have observed such actions taking place, may receive information and assistance regarding IDVA’s policies and reporting procedures from the Title IX coordinator:

Jessica Lecertua
1965 S. Eagle Rd., Suite 160,
Meridian, ID 83642
208.322.3559
jlecertua@idahova.org

Additionally, you may contact the Office of Civil Rights by calling 800.421.3481.

Under federal law, any school receiving federal money is required to have a policy against sexual discrimination and notify employees, students, and parents of this policy. The following school policies can be found in the IDVA Board Policy Manual:

  • Uniform Grievance Procedure (Policy 505.0) [PDF]
  • Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination in the Work Environment (Policy 701.0/801.0)
  • Compliance with ADA Regarding Employees with Disabilities and Reasonable Accommodations (Policy 703.0)
  • Harassment, including sexual harassment (Policy 710.0)
  • Equality in Education, Non-Discrimination and Sex Equity in the School Setting (Policy 901.0)
  • Relationship Abuse and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (Policy 905.2)
  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (1000.3)

Title I-C: Migrant Education

The Migrant Education Program supports academic and educational success for students of migratory workers to reduce the impact of academic disruptions from repeated moves for the purpose of seeking work in agriculture, fishing, farming. IDVA strives to ensure that each child receives the same opportunity to meet academic content standards and overcome barriers to transition successfully into postsecondary education and employment.

Migrant Education Program Liaison

For information or assistance with the Migrant Education Program, please contact our Counseling Administrator, Jessica Lecertua, 208-322-3559, or visit the State Department of Education website (Title I-C: Migrant Education Program / Federal Programs / Idaho Department of Education).