Equity Laws and policies overview

 
 

Every Student Belongs

The Every Student Belongs rule was passed by the State Board of Education in September of 2020 in response to student/parent feedback to the Oregon Department of Education. Schools are required to adopt a policy and have procedures set up by 1/1/21. We have developed a policy for both schools that is in alignment with the Oregon Department of Education and Oregon School Boards Association guidance. The policy is ACB and will receive final approval in the December 2020 board meeting. With this policy all symbols of hate are restricted from use, there is a bias complaint procedure ACB-AR, and sets up a school environment free of discrimination.

 

Equity Policies

There are a variety of policies addressing equity matters that form the basis of our work at Baker Charter Schools. Policies are developed by our school board in conjunction with Oregon School Boards Association, the administrative team, and our staff. Here is a list of our policies that either in development or going through final approval. Visit our BWA or BEC policy pages to find out more.

 

Adi’s Act and Erin’s Law

Senate Bill 52 2019, also know as Adi’s Act, is a newer law that requires schools to have suicide prevention programs and instruction in place. The law also includes guidance around the procedures for prevention and mitigation of suicide in schools. As per required in this law we have a multi-tiered protection and mitigation plan in place at Baker Charter Schools. Each and every student in our school has value, purpose, and is loved. Regional counselors, advisory teachers, grading teachers, regional administrators and our Student Wellness Coordinators all work as a team to ensure student safety. We have also worked on integrating Adi’s act into our health curriculum for students.

Senate Bill 856 2015, also known as Erin’s Law, is a law that requires schools to provide age appropriate sex abuse prevention instruction. At Baker Charter Schools we know we serve a broad range of students so we will be sensitive in how we address this important topic. Students at our school have experienced varieties of abusive situations. Our goal is provide prevention for all students and support for those who have experienced abuse. If you have any questions you can reach out to our Student Wellness Coordinators.