Discrimination

The District recognizes the right of all students and staff members to learn and work in an environment free from discrimination or harassment, and likewise, that persons participating or attempting to participate in District programs, employment or activities have the right to do so free from discrimination or harassment.

Accordingly, the District prohibits any type of unlawful harassment or discrimination based on age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, marital status, familial status, disability, religion, creed, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy genetic information or veteran status by employees, students, members of the school community, or by vendors or visitors on school property or at school-sponsored events. No person shall be excluded from or denied the benefits of educational programs or activities on the basis of any of the above classes or economic status.

SUBMIT A DISCRIMINATION REPORT

Protocol for Responding to Harassment & Discrimination

Report an Incident Initiated by a Staff Member (students/staff/caregivers use this form)

For students to report an incident initiated by another student, contact your administrator or use the Anonymous Quick Tip Form (here)

FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT:

Heather Murray, Director of Human Resources hmurray@sau16.org

Arlynn Polletta, Chief Equity Officer apolletta@sau16.org

Sexual Harassment / Title IX

SAU 16 does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. All forms of sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment are prohibited. Per Board policy AC, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 ("Title IX"), as well as RSA 193:38, among others.


SUBMIT A FORMAL SEXUAL HARASSMENT REPORT

Sexual Harassment / Title IX Reporting Form


FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT: Ellen Riiska, Title IX Coordinator eriiska@sau16.org

Bullying

SAU 16 is committed to providing all students with a safe and secure school environment. Conduct constituting bullying and/or cyberbullying will not be tolerated. All students deserve a positive school experience for academic achievement, social-emotional health and building and fostering a community through strong relationships with teachers and peers.


SUBMIT A BULLYING REPORT

Brentwood Bullying Report Form

East Kingston Bullying Report Form

Exeter Bullying Report Form

Exeter Region COOP Bullying Report Form

Kensington Bullying Report Form

Newfields Bullying Report Form

Stratham Bullying Report Form


FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR STUDENT'S SCHOOL PRINCIPAL