Title IX Contact Information

Name: Fernando Bedolla, Dean of Scholars
Phone: 760-948-4333
Fax: 760-948-9333
Mailing Address: 9966 I Avenue, Hesperia, CA 92345

Title IX Overview

Each scholar and employee has a right to learn and work in an environment that is free from unlawful discrimination. No LaVerne Elementary Preparatory Academy (“LEPA”) scholar or employee shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity or expression.

Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 is one of several federal and state anti-discrimination laws that ensure equality in education. Title IX prohibits discrimination, harassment, exclusion, denial, limitation or separation based on sex or gender. Title IX applies to both male and female students in any educational institution receiving federal funding.

California Education Code Sections 200 through 282 and LaVerne Elementary Preparatory Academy Policy prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation or gender. Title IX requires that every school (LEPA) or institution have a Title IX Bullying Complaint Manager to whom concerns or complaints regarding sex discrimination can be made.

Complaint Process

• Scholars or parents/guardians should report their verbal or written Title IX complaint to the school administrator or Title IX Complaint Manager within six months from the date the incident occurred. This will begin the informal investigation process which must be completed within 60 days. Complainants have a right to a timely and informal resolution at the school site.
• If the complainant is dissatisfied with the school decision, an appeal of the findings may be made to the California Department of Education – Office of Equal Opportunity.

Where Can Scholars/Parents Obtain Further Information or Assistance?

• At Your School: Speak to the Administration or Title IX Complaint Manager using the contact information shown above.

How may I report or file a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX?

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination under Title IX or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please contact the School’s Title IX Complaint Manager. 

Otherwise, a sex discrimination complaint may be filed with the Office for Civil Rights:

San Francisco Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
50 United Nations Plaza
Mail Box 1200, Room 1545
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 486-5555
[email protected]

United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Complaint Form

United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System

Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Complaint Manager or to the Office for Civil Rights, or both.

Is there a statute of limitations for filing an alleged incident of harassment or discrimination?

Consistent with School Uniform Complaint Procedures Policy (“UCP”), a complaint alleging unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying must be filed no later than six (6) months from the date when the alleged unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying occurred or the complainant first obtained knowledge of it.  The time for filing may be extended by School for good cause upon written request from the complainant.

A report or complaint regarding sex discrimination as defined under Title IX is not subject to the six-month timeline in the UCP.

How are discrimination complaints investigated?

Complaints of sex-based discrimination under Title IX made with School are investigated in accordance with School’s Title IX Sex-Based Nondiscrimination Policy and Grievance Procedures, a copy of which is available on the website.  All other complaints of discrimination are investigated under the UCP.

For federal guidance on how complaints may be further pursued, please see the following link:

United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights

Where can I get more information on the rights of a pupil and the public and the responsibilities of the public school under Title IX?

The following Internet resources are available to find more information regarding rights and responsibilities under Title IX:

California Department of Education Office of Equal Opportunity

United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights

In addition, California law, like Title IX, prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and affords individuals certain rights.  You can access those rights here: Rights Afforded Under Education Code Section 221.8.   Specifically, you have the right to (when applicable):

1. Fair and equitable treatment and you shall not be discriminated against based on your sex.
2. Be provided with an equitable opportunity to participate in all academic extracurricular activities, including athletics.
3. Inquire of the athletic director of your school as to the athletic opportunities offered by the school.
4. Apply for athletic scholarships.
5. Receive equitable treatment and benefits in the provision of all of the following: (i) equipment and supplies; (ii) scheduling of games and practices; (iii) transportation and daily allowances; (iv) access to tutoring; (v) coaching; (vi) locker rooms; (vii) practice and competitive facilities; (viii) medical and training facilities and services; and (ix) publicity.
6. Have access to a gender equity coordinator to answer questions regarding gender equity laws.
7. Contact the State Department of Education and the California Interscholastic Federation to access information on gender equity laws.
8. File a confidential discrimination complaint with the United States Office of Civil Rights or the State Department of Education if you believe you have been discriminated against or if you believe you have received unequal treatment on the basis of your sex.
9. Pursue civil remedies if you have been discriminated against.
10. Be protected against retaliation if you file a discrimination complaint.