The Board of Western Suffolk BOCES has adopted policies for the orderly operation of the agency and the effective education of the students who attend BOCES programs. Board members review a proposed policy at a public meeting(s) and then vote to adopt the policy at a subsequent public meeting.
Policies Against Workplace Harassment and Discrimination
Board Policy # 5122.1, Policy Against Workplace Sexual Harassment
Complaints or reports of workplace sexual harassment or discrimination (including harassment or discrimination based upon sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and the status of being transgender) should be reported in accordance with Board Policy # 5122.1, Policy Against Workplace Sexual Harassment. You can review Policy # 5122.1 and all Western Suffolk BOCES policies here.
Complaints or reports of workplace harassment or discrimination based upon any characteristic or status protected by applicable law other than sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or the status of being transgender should be reported in accordance with Board Policy #5122, Policy Against Workplace Discrimination and Harassment. You can review Policy # 5122 and all Western Suffolk BOCES policies here.
As referenced in Board Policy # 5122.1 (Policy Against Workplace Sexual Harassment) and Board Policy #5122 (Policy Against Workplace Discrimination and Harassment), the name and contact information for BOCES’ “Compliance Officer” is as follows:
Dr. Hugh M. Gigante
Executive Director of Personnel
Western Suffolk BOCES
507 Deer Park Avenue
Dix Hills, NY 11746
(631) 549-4900, ext. 204
The New York State Division of Human Rights operates a free and confidential hotline to connect individuals with pro-bono attorneys who can advise them regarding sexual harassment issues or how to submit a complaint. You can speak with someone during regular business hours by calling 1-800-HARASS-3 (1-800-427-2773).
Any questions related to the policies of Western Suffolk BOCES should be addressed to Michael Flynn, Chief Operating Officer, 631-549-4900, ext. 222.