The Board of Education is committed to providing all students, staff, and families with a safe and supportive environment that fosters mutual respect, equity, inclusion and acceptance. The following information outlines the range of ways in which concerns may be addressed and resolved. In addition, you may reach out to the Board of Education Ombuds, who can help provide options for resolution of an FCPS concern or issue at fcps.org/ombuds or [email protected].
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Informal Resolution
An informal process to address concerns or conflicts at the lowest level without formal investigation.
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Bullying, Harassment or Intimidation
A process to report and address behaviors that target or harm individuals through repeated or severe negative actions.
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Hate Bias
A process to report and respond to incidents motivated by prejudice, bias, or discrimination against protected characteristics.
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Title IX
A formal procedure for addressing complaints of sexual harassment, sexual violence, and unequal treatment in sports and other school activities.
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Restraint and/or Exclusion
A formal procedure for reviewing and responding to incidents where physical restraint or exclusion of a student occurs.
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