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Civil Rights Compliance: Title VI and Title VII in K-12

Richard F. Verstegen
FormatSelf-Paced | On-Demand
Sessions3
Per session60 Minutes
CertificateIncluded

Join renowned education law expert Rick Verstegen for this indispensable webinar. Gain vital insights on addressing discrimination and harassment, navigating complex legal landscapes, and fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment for students and staff.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Various laws impacting race and national origin discrimination, including Title VI and Title VII
  • How to respond to reports of discrimination, including taking interim measures and proper steps to investigate such matters
  • Areas of discrimination, including issues related to disparate treatment or disparate impact related to discipline
  • Common issues presented to officials involved in harassment matters, including potential options for resolutions
  • Other legal issues, including First Amendment and student and employee records concerns
What We'll Cover

Course Outline

Title VI and Title VII K12 Compliance


Dive into the latest guidance from the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights!

Two federal laws (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) set forth protections from discrimination based on specific categories, including race and national origin. On March 14, 2024 added guidance was released.

Educational institutions must be aware of the scope of these protections. Indeed, federal agencies often expect that educational institutions will provide training on laws that prohibit discrimination and harassment.

This webinar will address the laws and guidance concerning discrimination, and will discuss common areas in which such claims of discrimination may occur. Additionally, it will provide different scenarios to better discuss and illuminate best practices for addressing and resolving these issues.

  • Various laws impacting race and national origin discrimination, including Title VI and Title VII
  • How to respond to reports of discrimination, including taking interim measures and proper steps to investigate such matters
  • Areas of discrimination, including issues related to disparate treatment or disparate impact related to discipline
  • Common issues presented to officials involved in harassment matters, including potential options for resolutions
  • Other legal issues, including First Amendment and student and employee records concerns

Meet the Expert

Richard F. Verstegen

Richard F. Verstegen

For over twenty years, Richard "Rick" Verstegen has served as a lead attorney and trusted partner for educational institutions. As a partner with Boardman & Clark LLP, he advises clients on a wide range of complex legal issues, including contract negotiations, labor relations, employment law, Title IX, and governance. He has established close partnerships with his clients, developing creative solutions that address legal challenges while supporting the institution's core objectives.

Rick's extensive experience includes representing clients on matters before the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, the Wisconsin Equal Rights Division, and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. He frequently provides training for state and national organizations, such as the Wisconsin Association of School Boards, and has authored numerous publications for legal and educational associations. Prior to entering private practice, he also worked in the University of Wisconsin Athletic Department on NCAA compliance issues.

Who Should Attend?

  • District administrators
  • Principals assistant
  • Principals
  • Superintendents
  • School Board Members
  • Human resources directors
  • Student services directors
  • Other K-12 administrators

Training Includes

The Civil Rights Compliance: Title VI and Title VII in K-12 course includes the following:

Two Year Course Access

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  • Course access for 2 full years
  • All live sessions include access to the on-demand recording post live session

Class Experience

Live sessions are small and focused to support questions and discussion. Self-paced on-demand courses allow you to move through the material on your own schedule.

Resources

Downloadable course materials to support learning

Attendance Certificate

All sessions include an Attendance Certificate

$150.00