In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the district is providing the following information about the rights of parents and eligible students regarding education records.

Student Records- Policy 8330

Policies related to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity, including procedures for filing complaints related to discrimination or harassment are as follows:

Nondiscrimination and Access to Equal Educational Oppurtunity- Policy 2260

Nondiscrimination on the basis of sex in Education Programs or Activities- Policy 2266

It is the policy of the Northwestern Board of Education to maintain an education and work environment that is free from bullying and all forms of unlawful harassment.

Anti-Harassment Policy 5517

Bullying Prevention Policy 5517.01

Bullying and Harassment Report

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for homeless children and youth. McKinney-Vento provides federal funding to states for the purpose of supporting district programs that serve homeless students.

The McKinney-Vento Act defines homeless children as "individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence." The act provides examples of children who would fall under this:

• Children and youth sharing housing due to loss of housing, economic hardship or a similar reason
• Children and youth living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, or camp grounds due to lack of alternative
• Children and youth living in emergency or transitional shelters
• Children and youth abandoned in hospitals
• Children and youth whose primary nighttime residence is not ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation (e.g. park benches, etc)
• Children and youth living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus
• Migratory children and youth living in any of the above situations

Homeless Students- Policy 5111.01

McKinney-Vento Coordinator

Brenda Cherry

nrws_bcherry@tccsa.net

The Board does not discriminate on the basis of Protected Classes in its employment policies and practices.

Nondiscrimination in the Workplace- Policy 1422

Nondiscrimination in the Workplace, Professional Staff- Policy 3122

Nondiscrimination in the Workplace, Classified Staff- Policy 4122 

In accordance with Ohio law (HB 8), Northwestern Local Schools are required to obtain parental authorization before providing any physical, mental, or behavioral health care services to students. This form outlines the services offered at Northwestern Local Schools and serves as notification of what is available to your child.     

Parent/Guardian Authorization for School-Based Health Care Services 

Ohio law requires school districts to provide yearly notice to parents about their procedures related to the requirements of positive behavior intervention and supports (PBIS) and the emergency use of physical restraint and seclusion, including the local complaint process.

PBIS/Restraint and Seclution- Policy 5630.01 

The Board of Education is responsible for maintaining the public records of this District and to make such records available to residents of Ohio for inspection and reproduction in strict adherence to the State's Public Records Act. 

Public Records- Policy 8310

Northwestern Local School District is committed to providing a supportive educational environment for all students, including those with disabilities. Below is important information about the availability of special education services and the process for accessing these services.

Parent Rights, Special Education Policy and Child Find

Ohio’s Special Education Model Policy and Procedures

The Northwestern Local Schools recognizes the importance of informing our families about ways we protect your child’s privacy while using school technology. We assure our families that we are committed to safeguarding our student information while ensuring transparency regarding monitoring of school-issued devices. 

Student Data Privacy Notice 

Student Data Privacy Vendor Agreements 

Information about the rights and responsibilities of students, including policies related to discipline, attendance, and academic expectations can be found in the student handbooks located on each buildings’ specific web page. 

The Board of Education is committed to the effective use of technology to both enhance the quality of student learning and the efficiency of District operations.

Students' use of District Information & Technology Resources (see definitions in Bylaw 0100) is a privilege, not a right. Students and their parents must sign a Student Technology Acceptable Use and Safety form annually through Final Forms.  

Technology Privacy- Policy 7540.01

Student Technology Acceptable Use- Policy 7540.03

Northwestern Local School District participates in the Title I program. Title I is a federal program designed to provide additional support to schools with high numbers of students from low-income families. The goal of Title I is to help ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education and achieve academic success. 

Title I Services- Policy 2261

Parent and Family Participation in Title I- Policy 2261.01

Title I- Parents’ Right to Know- Policy 2261.02

Title I- Participation in State and District Assessments

Title I District Site 

Details about the district's health and wellness policy. 

Northwestern’s Wellness Policy 8510