Workshop C: March 6, 8 am to 5 pm (Separate registration fee applies)
EXECUTIVE BRIEFING: Conducting Internal Investigations -- Making Defensible Decisions
Presenters: Peggy Burns, Esq., Education Compliance Group, and Mark Hinson, SPHR, Asst. Superintendent Human Resources, Adams 12 Five Star Schools, and Consultant, Education Compliance Group
When a workplace or a student related internal investigation is undertaken, the outcome will only be as good as the process.
Whether you are conducting, participating in, or responding to an investigation, what you learn in this Executive Briefing will leave you better prepared to evaluate the strength of your position when conflict arises in the transportation of students. You'll learn to make defensible decisions in such situations as student safety, sexual and disability-based harassment, the actions and inactions of staff members, and on a number of employment-related issues including time and attendance and workplace misconduct.
Learn about effective techniques, procedures and documentation. Learn the basic principles that guide all investigations, and improve questioning techniques. Participate in scenarios that demonstrate the route to productive and successful internal investications.
The issue has never been more timely! The U.S. Supreme Court recently returned a case to the trial court for examination of the district's complaint handling and investigation techniques. This was ordered despite the fact that a U.S. appellate court dismissed all claims against the district, finding its actions to be reasonable in addressing a kindergartner's complaint of peer sexual harassment on the school bus. Don't miss this opportunity to gather invaluable tips for constructing a framework for internal investigations that will stand up to legal scrutiny.
