Title IX and Title I

Title XI

What Is Harassment?

Workplace harassment can take many forms. It may be, but is not limited to, words, signs, offensive jokes, cartoons, pictures, posters, e-mail jokes or statements, pranks, intimidation, physical assaults or contact, or violence. Harassment is not necessarily sexual in nature. It may also take the form of other vocal activity including derogatory statements not directed to the targeted individual but taking place within their hearing. Other prohibited conduct includes written material such as notes, photographs, cartoons, articles of a harassing or offensive nature, and retaliatory action against an employee for discussing or making a harassment complaint.

Responsibility

All ASK employees have a responsibility for keeping the work environment free of harassment. Any employee who becomes aware of an incident of harassment, whether by witnessing the incident or being told of it, must report it to their principal.  When the principal becomes aware of the existence of harassment, he/she is obligated by law to take prompt and appropriate action, whether or not the victim wants the principal to do so.

Reporting Harassment

If there is no threat of violence, the school encourages employees to communicate directly with the alleged harasser and make it clear that the harasser’s behavior is unacceptable, offensive or inappropriate, although they are not required to do so. It is essential, however, that the principal be notified immediately, even if it is not clear that the offending behavior is considered harassment. Any incidents of harassment must be immediately reported to the principal.   Appropriate investigation and disciplinary action will be taken. All reports will be promptly investigated with due regard for the privacy of everyone involved. However, complete confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. Any employee found to have harassed a fellow employee or subordinate will be subject to severe disciplinary action up to and including termination. The ASK Academy will also take any additional action necessary to appropriately remedy the situation. Retaliation of any sort will not be permitted. No adverse employment action will be taken for any employee making a good faith report of alleged harassment. The ASK Academy accepts no liability for harassment of one employee by another employee. The individual who makes unwelcome advances, threatens, or in any way harasses another employee is personally liable for such actions and their consequences. 

Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment

Please see the 2023-2024 Staff Handbook. 

Title IX Coordinator:

Ed Garcia

[email protected]

505-891-0757

1. Definition of Parent and Family Engagement

Parent and family engagement involves the active participation of parents and guardians in their child's education. This includes:

• Assisting in academic learning.
• Engaging in school activities and events.
• Collaborating in decision-making processes.
• Volunteering in school programs.
• Encouraging continuous learning at home.

• Provide clear, accessible information on the school's curriculum, academic assessments, and expected proficiency levels.

2. Communication and Accessibility

• Communications will be provided in a format and, to the extent practicable, in a language families can understand.
• Teachers and staff will communicate regularly with families regarding student progress through digital platforms (e.g., PowerSchool, email), phone calls, and in-person meetings.
• The Academy will maintain a parent-friendly website and utilize social media and newsletters to share timely updates.

3. Building Capacity for Engagement

To support effective parent involvement, The ASK Academy will:

• Provide training for parents on understanding academic standards, state assessments, and how to support learning at home.
• Offer workshops and webinars on STEM career pathways, student wellness, digital learning tools, and college readiness.
• Educate teachers and staff on best practices for building effective family-school partnerships.

4. Coordination with Other Programs

The Academy will:

• Coordinate family engagement activities with community programs such as after school tutoring, mentoring programs, and career exploration partnerships.
• Integrate family outreach with special education, English Learner, and gifted programs.

5. Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

The ASK Academy will:

• Conduct an annual evaluation to assess the effectiveness of this policy in improving academic quality and engagement.
• Use surveys, focus groups, and open forums to gather input from parents and students.
• Use findings to inform updates to the policy and guide professional development for staff.

6. Resources and Support

The Academy will:

• Ensure that Title I funds are used to support meaningful family engagement activities.
• Provide materials, training, and resources to families to enhance learning at home and foster a culture of collaboration.
• Train parents to extend the involvement of other parents.
• Establish and maintain a school-wide Parent Support Committee to provide advice on matters related to parent engagement.