TITLE INFORMATION

NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND (NCLB)  For an overview of NCLB and for NCLB regulations go to the following website:  http://www.ed.gov/nclb/landing.jhtml

NCLB – SCHOOL DISTRICT REPORT CARD AND ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT

Each year, the Sioux Valley School District shall make available a district report card and an accountability report.  Persons interested in receiving a copy of either or both are directed to stop in at the district's business office or contact the school at 605-627-5657.  An on-line version of the report card can be found at https://sis.ddncampus.net:8081/nclb/index.html  A version of both reports can also be found under the NCLB tab located on the Sioux Valley Home page.

NCLB – Parents Right to Know

Section 111 (h)(6) of NCLB provides that parents of students enrolled in a Title I school may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their student’s classroom teacher.  Such requests may be made by contacting the school principal – Dr. Sandra McGeough, 627-5657 extension 2; David Colberg, 627-5657 extension 3.

NONDISCRIMINATION/ACCESSIBILITY

The Sioux Valley School District 5‑5 does not discriminate in its employment policies and practices, or in its educational programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, disabled, national origin, or ancestry.  Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI, Title IX, or Section 504 may be referred to:

 Superintendent             or          U. S. Department of Education

 Sioux Valley Schools                  Office for Civil Rights

 200 Hansina Ave                        8930 Ward Parkway, Suite 2037

 Volga, SD  57071                        Kansas City, MO  64114

 Phone:  627‑5657                        Phone: 816‑268‑0550     

The Sioux Valley School District implements policies and procedures to ensure equitable access or participation of students, staff, and others in the Title programs.  Potential barriers that can impede equitable access of and participation in these programs include gender, race, national origin, color, disability, or age. 

Individuals who are members of special populations will be provided with equal access to enrollment and placement in educational programs available to individuals who are not members of special populations, including specific courses, apprenticeship programs, and comprehensive career guidance and counseling services. They shall not be discriminated against on the basis of their status as members of special populations.

FEDERAL PROGRAMS COMPLAINT PROCEDURE 

Complaints against Titles I, II, IV, or V programs and expenditures may be received at the local, state, and national level.  The expeditious and reasonable handling of these complaints is necessary for the effective conduct of the program as well as to promote community understanding and involvement.  Complaints shall be translated into constructive suggestions and recommendations for improvement of Titles I, II, IV, and V programs. 

The following procedures are outlined for use at Sioux Valley Schools. 

Record Initiated – A written record containing information pertinent to both the source and nature of the complaint should be initiated.

Complaint Hearing – Within fifteen (15) days following receipt of complain, a hearing concerning the compliant shall be held by a hearing committee.  Recommendations of the committee shall address answering the complaint.  The committee shall be appointed by the Superintendent.  No less than two persons shall be assigned to the committee, preferably the local coordinator and a parent.

Hearing Minutes – Minutes of a complaint hearing shall be taken and maintained at the local education agency.  A copy of such minutes along with committee recommendations and administrative action shall be filed with the South Dakota Department of Education.

State Follow-Up – The South Dakota Department of Education shall maintain a record of all complaint hearings.  The designated State Coordinator shall review the records of the complaint hearing and make contacts with the local education agency regarding a follow-up and possible remedial action. 

If the complaint is not resolved to mutual consent of both parties, then either party can appeal through the state level procedures.

NOTICE OF NON DISCRIMINATION

In compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT and AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, the Sioux Valley School District hereby provides the following public notice:

Applicants for admissions and employment, students, parents, persons with disabilities, employees, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with the Sioux Valley School District are hereby notified that this school does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and act ivies.  Any person having inquiries concerning the school’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 is directed to Supt. Tom Oster who has been designated by the school to coordinate efforts to comply with the regulations regarding non-discrimination.

The Sioux Valley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquires regarding the non-discrimination policies:  Supt. Tom Oster, PO Box 278, 200 Hansina Avenue, Volga, SD  57071.  605-627-5657.