4220: Complaints Concerning Staff or Programs

The superintendent will develop procedures to handle complaints concerning staff or programs.

At board meetings, complaints about specific personnel will not be heard in open session.

Complaints regarding instructional materials should be pursued in the manner provided for in Policy 2020, Curriculum Development and Adoption of Instructional Materials.

Complaints received by the board or a board member will be referred to the superintendent for investigation.

Cross Reference

• Board Policy 2020 Curriculum Development and Adoption of Instruction Materials
• Board Policy 1400 Meetings, Public Notice, Quorum, Meeting Conduct and Order of Business, and Public Comment

Legal References

• RCW 28A.405.300 Adverse change in contract status of certificated employee — Determination of probable cause — Notice — Opportunity for hearing
• Chapter 42.30 RCW Open Public Meetings Act