Civil Rights Contacts

Those who have inquiries, or are alleging violations regarding gender-based discrimination or sexual harassment in any field of programming as per Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972  may contact the designated school representative and/or, Those who have inquiries, or are alleging violations regarding discrimination or sexual harassment as per Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, or the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 may contact the designated school representative and/or District designee as follows:

The Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director Tracy Stevens. He can be reached at 539 N 870 W Hurricane Utah, Email Tracy Stevens, or by calling 435-635-7815.

Valley Academy Board Chair is Miranda Kloos miranda@valleyacademycharter.com

Civil Rights Complaint/Grievance Procedure

An individual who feels harassed, discriminated against or retaliated against should report such behavior to one of Valley's building administrator or directly to the Executive Director Tracy Stevens.

All employees of Valley Academy are required to report any allegation or observation of discrimination, harassment (including sexual) or retaliation to the employee’s immediate supervisor, who will report to the school administrator where the student/employee is enrolled or employed. 

Complaints may be those filed by students against school employees, other students/employees, or third parties.

Upon initial inquiry, the school administrator shall notify the Executive Director.  

An informal resolution process and/or mediation may be appropriate.  

A formal written complaint may be filed with the designated Title XI Coordinator. The Coordinator shall reply in writing to the Complainant within 10 business days. 

The allegations will be investigated promptly, equitably and without deliberate indifference. Timelines for a final resolution may vary depending on the complexity of the investigation and the severity.

Student Complainants and Respondents are to be treated equitably. Every effort to preserve equal access for all parties shall be implemented. Individualized supportive measures shall be made available to both the Complainant and Respondent depending on their circumstances. 

An employee Respondent may be placed on paid administrative leave with or without a showing that the Respondent poses an immediate threat to the physical health or safety of individuals.

During the complaint process, the confidentiality of the information received, the privacy of the individuals involved, and the wishes of the Complainant will be protected to the greatest degree possible.

If a party does not agree with the resolution, a written appeal may be made to the Executive Director or Board Chair within 10 days of the receipt of the final report or written determination.

Nothing in policy prevents the Complainant or the Respondent from pursuing formal legal remedies or resolution through local, state or federal agencies or the courts.

Employees may also file Directly with UALD or EEOC. If more than 180 days have passed since the last date of harm, but less than 300 days, the charge must be sent to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for its consideration. 

Utah Anti-Discrimination & Labor Division  

160 East 300 South, 3rd Floor

Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6600

(801) 530-6800 or

(800) 530-5090