If you are seeking information related to Title VI protection against a discrimination matter, please refer to our Title VI Process. If you believe that you or your child have experienced discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, sex, religion, gender identity, and/or disability in CSD, you have the right to file a Formal Title VI Complaint. The purpose of the Title VI Grievance Procedure is to provide a prompt, fair, and impartial response to Formal Complaints made under any of the following CSD Board Policies: GAAA, GAEB, JAAR1&2, JCAC, or JCAC R(1) (“Title VI Policy”). Incidents falling under Title VI are addressed by the Equity Department in the Office of the Associate Superintendent.
You can report discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, sex, religion, and/or disability in CSD to any school staff member, any principal, or directly to the district’s Title VI Compliance Officer listed below. Once a formal complaint has been submitted, you will receive confirmation from the Title VI Office within 24-48 business hours.
Title VI Contacts:
Title VI Coordinator
Dr. Mari Ann Banks, Ph.D.
Equity Director
Wilson School Support Center
125 Electric Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
Email: TitleVI@csdecatur.net
Phone: 404-371-3601, ext. 1026
Additional Title VI Complaint Options
You may also file a Title VI complaint directly through the OCR using the contact information below.
Office for Civil Rights - Atlanta Office
U.S. Department of Education
61 Forsyth Street SW, Suite 19T70, Atlanta, GA 30303
Email: OCR.Atlanta@ed.gov
Phone: 404-974-9406
Fax: 404-974-9471
If you believe a school district has discriminated against a child or their family on the basis of their national origin, immigration status, English language skills, or religion, you can also file a private complaint directly to the U.S. Office of Civil Rights using this portal.
