VIRTUAL COURSE INFORMATION

Module 4: Appeal Officer Training

October 21, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. 

This focused training is designed for individuals serving as Title IX Appeal Officers in K-12 school districts and county offices of education. The session provides a clear overview of the appeal process under current Title IX regulations and equips participants with the tools to manage appeals fairly, lawfully, and within the limited scope required.

Topics Covered:

• The role of the Appeal Officer and how it fits within the broader Title IX team

• Distinguishing between appeals of dismissals and appeals of final decisions

• Review of the Title IX definition of sexual harassment as it applies in appeal evaluations

• Grounds for appeal, applicable procedures, and the limited scope of review

• Best practices for impartial review and documentation of appeal decisions

• Practical considerations, legal pitfalls, and procedural safeguards

• Application of learning through discussion of hypothetical case scenarios

This session provides the clarity and confidence Appeal Officers need to make sound, legally defensible decisions while maintaining fairness and integrity throughout the process.

Registration:

$500 Per Person for Individual Modules 

Make checks and purchase orders payable to AALRR.

**Cancellations must be received 3 days prior to training to receive a refund.  Refunds will not be issued after this date.

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Title IX Compliance Initiative: Firmly Anchored in AALRR’s 40+ Years of Experience

In 2015, AALRR launched its Title IX Compliance Initiative to support California educational institutions in navigating the complex legal landscape surrounding sexual violence and harassment. Backed by more than four decades of legal expertise, AALRR’s Title IX Team is dedicated to providing strategic counsel, practical advice, and high-quality training to ensure schools meet their obligations under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as related federal, state, and local laws.

The initiative is centered on helping schools effectively address sexual harassment and sexual violence complaints involving students or staff—ensuring compliance, promoting safety, and supporting educational equity across California campuses.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Is Your Educational Institution Compliant with the Current Title IX Regulations?
Join us for the Brown Bag Lunch Complimentary Webinar on July 8, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
as we discuss what districts should know and how to comply with the regulations.