The Board of Education recognizes that in any workplace misunderstandings and disputes arise. If left unresolved, these disputes could undermine staff morale and can interfere with the educational mission of the District. The Board has adopted a formal process for dispute resolution that encourages specified employees to resolve concerns quickly and at the most immediate administrative level.  This policy does not limit the right of any employee to file a complaint under Policy and Regulation 1300 based on harassment or discrimination because of an individual’s race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, age, genetic information, or any characteristic provided by law. An employee who feels that he/she has been sexually harassed or retaliated against under Title IX may reference Policy and Regulation 1301.