Notice of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of BLaST IU 17 to ensure an equal opportunity in admissions, employment and programs, services, and activities without any consideration of an individual’s race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and/or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. BLaST IU 17’s policies are publicly available and located on our website, including how to submit reports and/or complaints of sex discrimination and the pertinent grievance procedures concerning same.
BLaST IU 17 also declares it to be the policy of the IU to comply with federal law and regulations under Title IX prohibiting sexual harassment, which is a form of unlawful discrimination on the basis of sex. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX to the IU may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education, or both.
Violations of this policy, including acts of retaliation as described in this policy, or knowingly providing false information, may result in disciplinary consequences under applicable Board policy and procedures.
For information regarding Title IX, civil rights, grievance procedures or access, contact Title IX Section 504 Coordinator
For Issues Related to Staff:
Cheryl Starr, Personnel Specialist/Title IX Coordinator
BLaST Intermediate Unit 17
2400 Reach Road, PO Box 3609
Email: cstarr@iu17.org
Phone: 570-323-8561 x 1018 Fax 570.567.1513
For Issues Related to Students:
Dr. Brooke Beiter, Assistant Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator
BLaST Intermediate Unit 17
2400 Reach Road, PO Box 3609
Email: bbeiter@iu17.org
Phone: 570-323-8561 x 1082 Fax 570.567.1513
Title IX Training Materials
Policy 103: Discrimination/Title IX Sexual Harassment Affecting Students
Policy 104: Discrimination/Title IX Sexual Harassment Affecting Staff