• Complaints must be submitted in writing on the district’s official form.

• Deadlines are counted in district business days.

• Conferences may be scheduled in person or by phone.

• Appeals must be filed within the timelines specified for each level.

• Retaliation for filing a grievance is prohibited.

Employees are encouraged to first discuss concerns directly with their supervisor or principal. If the issue cannot be resolved informally, a written complaint may be filed using the Employee Grievance Form within 15 business days of the decision or action that caused the concern.

Process:

• Level One: Submit the grievance form to the campus principal or immediate supervisor. A conference will be scheduled within 10 days, and a written response provided within 10 days after the meeting.

• Level Two: If unresolved, appeal to the Superintendent or designee within 10 days of receiving the Level One response. A conference will be held, and a written decision issued within 10 days.

• Level Three: If still unresolved, file a written appeal to the Board of Trustees within 10 days. The Board will hear the complaint in open or closed session (as allowed by law) and issue a final decision.

Key Notes:

• Complaints must be filed in writing.

• Each party is responsible for its own costs.

• Retaliation for filing a grievance is strictly prohibited.

[Employee Grievance Form – coming soon]
View DGBA (LOCAL) Policy

Students or parents should first speak with the teacher, counselor, or principal to resolve concerns informally. If unresolved, a formal complaint may be submitted using the Student/Parent Grievance Form within 15 business days of the issue.

Process:

• Level One: File with the campus principal. Conference within 10 days; written response within 10 days after.

• Level Two: Appeal to the Superintendent or designee within 10 days of the Level One response.

• Level Three: If still unresolved, appeal in writing to the Board of Trustees within 10 days of the Level Two response.

Examples of issues handled through this process:

• Classroom or campus concerns

• Disciplinary actions

• Teacher or staff interactions

(Other issues like discrimination, bullying, or special education matters follow different procedures as outlined in their respective policies.)

[Student/Parent Grievance Form – coming soon]
View FNG (LOCAL) Policy

Members of the public are encouraged to first address concerns with the appropriate administrator who has authority to resolve the matter. If unresolved, a written complaint may be filed using the Public Complaint Form within 15 business days of the decision or action.

Process:

• Level One: File with the appropriate administrator. Conference within 10 days; response within 10 days after the meeting.

• Level Two: Appeal to the Superintendent or designee within 10 days of the Level One response.

• Level Three: Appeal to the Board of Trustees within 10 days of the Level Two response. The Board’s decision is final.

Examples of issues handled through this process:

• District procedures or operations

• Access to facilities or programs

• Other community concerns

[Public Complaint Form – coming soon]
View GF (LOCAL) Policy