Required Notices
State and Federal Laws mandate certain information be posted on a school district's website. The requirements vary widely as well as the locations where these items might logically appear. With this page we are hoping to provide our community with a single location that holds all the required information.
- NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
- INFORMATION on SEX OFFENDERS
- TITLE IX
- 504 COMPLIANCE
- FERPA - FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS and PRIVACY ACT
- STUDENT DATA PRIVACY
- FACILITIES DOCUMENTS
- ADA REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Harrison School District 2 is an equal-opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law. Current CTE pathways offered in the District includes Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies; Construction Trades; Hospitality and Food Production; Computer and Digital Technologies; and Multimedia. Participation in CTE programs is offered to all students. A lack of English skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. If you have questions or concerns regarding the non-discrimination policies not related to Title IX or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, please contact:
Compliance Coordinator
Aisha Matthews, Human Resources Manager
1060 Harrison Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
(719) 579-2022
amatthews@hsd2.org
INFORMATION on SEX OFFENDERS
The Colorado General Assembly requires school districts in Colorado to provide information to parents and eligible students (students who are 18 years of age or older) identifying where and how members of the community may obtain information collected by law enforcement agencies related to registered sex offenders. In compliance with this statutory directive, Harrison School District is providing the following internet search links of the various law enforcement authorities operating within district boundaries. Interested parents, eligible students and community members may contact their local law enforcement agency to seek further information about registered sex offenders residing in these jurisdictions.
The following is a list of law enforcement agencies serving residents for Harrison School District:
Legal Ref: C.R.S. 22-1-124
Senate Bill 03-072
Senate Bill 03-072 requires that all Colorado school districts notify parents that they have the right to access law enforcement agency information concerning registered sex offenders.
TITLE IX
What is Title IX? Title IX is a federal law protecting students and staff from sex-based discrimination in any educational program or activity in universities and preK-12 school districts that receive federal funding.
Harrison School District 2 is committed to providing a working and learning environment that is free from discrimination based on sex (which includes sexual harassment, sexual violence and gender-based harassment). Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the District’s Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the United States Department of Education, or both:
Title IX Compliance Coordinator
Katherine Ritchie-Rapp, General Counsel
1060 Harrison Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
(719) 538-1343
kritchierapp@hsd2.org
Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
U.S. Dept. of Education Office for Civil Rights
400 Maryland Ave., SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100
1-800-421-3481 or 1-800-877-8339 (TDD)
(202) 453-6012 (Fax)
OCR@ed.gov
Title IX Procedures & Forms
Sexual Harassment Investigation Procedures (District Policy AC-R-2)
Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity (Title IX) Formal Complaint Form (District Policy AC-E-2)
District Policy AC: Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity
District Policy AC-E-1: Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity (Notification)
District Policy AC-E-3: Support of Transgender Students
District Policy AC-E-4: Gender Transition Plan
District Policy AC-E-5: Gender Support Plan
District Policy AC-R-1: Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity
District Policy GB: Treatment of Staff/Respectful Workplace/Anti-Bullying
District Policy GBAA: Sexual Harassment (Staff)
District Policy GBEB-R-1: Staff Conduct (and Responsibilities) Professional Boundaries with Students
District Policy JBB: Sexual Harassment (Student)
Title IX Training
The following Title IX training resources have been utilized by Harrison School District 2:
McGrath Response System – Intake and Investigation (Training for Title IX Coordinator, Investigators, Decision Makers, Appeals Officers and Informal Resolution Process Facilitators)
Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination, and Bullying Awareness and Response (Staff Training provided by McGrath Training Solutions)
504 COMPLIANCE
Harrison School District 2 is committed to providing a working and learning environment that is free from discrimination based on disability. Inquiries about the application of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 may be referred to the District’s 504 Compliance Officer, the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the United States Department of Education, or both:
ADA and Section 504 Compliance Officer for Students
Nicole Schurbon, Director of Student Support
1060 Harrison Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
(719) 538-1351
nschurbon@hsd2.org
ADA and Section 504 Compliance Office for Employees
Dr. Michael Claudio, Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Support Services
1060 Harrison Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
(719) 579-2018
mclaudio@hsd2.org
Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
U.S. Dept. of Education Office for Civil Rights
400 Maryland Ave., SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100
1-800-421-3481 or 1-800-877-8339 (TDD)
(202) 453-6012 (Fax)
OCR@ed.gov
FERPA - FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS and PRIVACY ACT
STUDENT DATA PRIVACY
Harrison School District 2 is committed to providing students with the best educational technology opportunities and giving teachers the tools they need to help students achieve. With the signing of Colorado House Bill 16-1423 in June of 2016, we are required to follow policies to protect Student Personally Identifiable Information (SPII). The new law can be found here: Colorado House Bill 16-1423. This law also aligns closely with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act: FERPA and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act: COPPA.
Please read this informative infographic on Student Data Privacy: Student Data Privacy Letter and Infographic which explains why we collect student data, why it is important, and what is being done to keep it safe.
Student Personally Identifiable Information (SPII)
Student Personally Identifiable Information (SPII) is information that alone or in combination, personally identifies an individual student or the student's parent or family, and that is collected, maintained, generated, or inferred by a public education entity, either directly or through a school service, or by a school service contract provider or school service on-demand provider.
The school district collects and maintains SPII to ensure mandatory Colorado reporting, to provide scholars with programs to enhance their learning experience, and to provide assessment data.
Vendors who will be working with D2 students must complete and adhere to this Data Privacy Addendum
School Service Contract Providers (SSCP)
A School Service Contract Provider is an entity that provides a service subject in a formal, negotiated contract. Effective August 10, 2016, for any new or renewal contracts, Contract Providers must agree to comply with Colorado Revised Statutes sections 22-16-108 to 22-16-110.
We maintain a list of School Service Contract Providers that we have made formally negotiated contracts and Data Privacy Agreements (DPA). This is a working document that is continually in process and will be updated as contracts are made available online: School Service Contract Providers
School Service On-Demand Providers (SSODP)
A School Service On-Demand Provider is an entity that provides a service subject to the agreement to standard, non-negotiable terms and conditions of service established by the provider. A list of School Service On-Demand Providers used by at least one employee for school services is available here: School Service On-Demand Providers.
Please note: These providers may only be used with certain grade levels, classrooms, teachers, or schools, and are not necessarily used district-wide. This list will be updated twice a year.
Board Policies
In accordance with CRS 22-16-107, the district has the following policy: Privacy and Protection of Confidential Student Information. It can be found under Policies -> J - Students -> JRCB.
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has made the following required links
CDE Data Privacy
What Data CDE Collects
CDE Contracts
CDE Data Portal
Information Sheet on CDE Data Portal
Additional Resources
Common Sense Media
Data Quality Campaign
Student Privacy Pledge Signatories
US Department of Education Student Data Privacy Website
FACILITIES DOCUMENTS
Asbestos Management Plan
In October 1986, Congress passed the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and required the establishment of procedures for public and private school districts to follow in response to asbestos-containing materials in schools. As a result, all Colorado school districts were required to inspect their schools for the presence of asbestos-containing materials and to develop and maintain asbestos management plans. This has been done as required.
The AHERA statute also requires the asbestos management plans be available for review and that parent and employee organizations be notified of their availability. This web page provides the annual notification as required.
The Asbestos Management Plan is available in each school and is located in the school office. It is available for review during normal school hours. The plan is also available at the Operation Services office and is available for review Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The asbestos management plan describes where asbestos-containing materials are located in the school and current recommendations for remediation (often by removal) or how the material is to be maintained. The plans also give a history of past remediation.
If you need any further explanation of the management plans or any other subject regarding asbestos-containing materials in our schools, please contact Operation Services at (719) 579-2045.
Chemical Hygiene Plan
Storm Water Program
The need to protect our environment has resulted in a number of control laws, regulations, and programs. For example, in 1987, Congress established the Non-point Source Management Program under the Clean Water Act. These programs recommend where and how to use best management practices to keep runoff from becoming polluted. We can all play a hand in preventing runoff pollution:
- Reduce fertilizer on gardens and lawns
- Recycle used oil and grease
- Pick up animal feces from your yard
- Don't wash your car where the detergent water can run into the stormwater drains
The school district has a program to reduce this stormwater runoff pollution. If you witness illegal dumping of used oil, or other illicit dumping on school grounds, please report it by calling (719) 579-2045. Together, we can make a difference.
If you have any questions about our stormwater program, contact Operations at (719) 579-2045.
Water Testing Plan
Clean Water in Schools
Colorado House Bill 22-1358 (Clean Water in Schools and Child Care Centers) requires all licensed childcare programs and public schools to test their drinking water for lead and take action when results show levels of lead at or above 5 parts per billion (ppb). The goal of this law is to lower children’s exposure to lead.
To meet these requirements, D2 has tested all schools for lead at all water fixtures used for drinking and cooking. We will update this page as we receive the test results.
General Information
Lead is a toxic metal that is especially harmful to young children. The degree of risk depends on the child’s total exposure to lead from all environmental sources – air, soil, dust, food, paint, consumer products, and water. Typically, old or corroded lead plumbing or old brass fixtures can contribute to increased lead levels in drinking water. If you are concerned about your child’s exposure, you can have their blood tested. Please contact your health provider to learn more about testing your child’s blood for lead.
For more information please visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/lead-testing
For more information on lead: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/lead
For Colorado lead testing requirements in drinking water: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/environment/lead-safety/test-and-fix-water-for-kids
For U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) general information on lead: www.epa.gov/lead
2023 Water Testing Results
- Aspire Online Academy
- Centennial Elementary
- Giberson Elementary
- Monterey Elementary
- Mountain Vista Community School
- Oak Creek Elementary
- Sand Creek International School
- Soaring Eagles Community School
- Stratton Meadows Elementary
- Turman Elementary
- Wildflower Elementary
- Thrive Home School Academy
Aspire Online Academy
Centennial Elementary
Giberson Elementary
Monterey Elementary
Mountain Vista Community School
Oak Creek Elementary
Sand Creek International School
Soaring Eagles Community School
Stratton Meadows Elementary
Turman Elementary
Wildflower Elementary
Thrive Home School Academy
ADA REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST
The purpose of this form is to assist Harrison School District 2 in determining whether, or to what extent, a reasonable accommodation is required for an employee with a disability to perform one or more essential functions of their job safely and effectively. This form must be filed separately from the employee's personnel file and be treated confidentially.