Harassment and Discrimination
MUHSD staff prioritizes the prevention and urgent response to acts of harassment, sexual harassment, bullying, and discrimination.
MUHSD utilizes a multi-pronged approach to sexual harassment and bullying, including accountability measures, clear policies and procedures, and regular training for all.
In accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as its own board policies, the Merced Union High School District (the “District”) prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, based on race, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, color, nationality, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, political affiliation, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, pregnancy, familial status, immigration status, military and/or veteran status, Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups, or any other legally protected status, the perception of one or more of such characteristics, or the association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, in any District program or activity.
Inquiries on all matters, including complaints, regarding compliance, may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator & Nondiscrimination Officer: Brett Nickelson, Director of Human Resources, bnickelson@muhsd.org, 209-325-2015; Title II Coordinator: Dr. Scott Weimer, Assistant Superintendent, 209-325-2031; and 504 Coordinator, Cristi Johnson, Director, 209-325-2121
