Welcome to Henry Ford Academy

Non-Discrimination Policy

The District will not discriminate against any person based on gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, color, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, age or disability. The Board reaffirms its long-standing policy of compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d. et.seq.; and 42 U.S.C §§ 2000e, et seq.; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681, et seq.; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C § 794; The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1210, et seq.; the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, MCL §§37.1101, et seq.; and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.12101, et seq.
Inquiries or complaints by students and/or their parent(s)/guardian(s) related to discrimination based on disability/handicap should be directed to

Assistant Principal/Mr. Michael Flannery  
(313) 982-6191 mflannery@hfa-dearborn.org

Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) Grievance Procedures

Henry Ford Academy is dedicated to maintaining a school and work environment free from unlawful sexual discrimination in all aspects of the educational experience, including academics, extracurricular activities, and athletics.  

Reporting and grievance procedures for Henry Ford Academy.  

1. Report the situation to a staff member, administrator

2. Staff members promptly notifies Title IX coordinator

3. Title IX coordinator promptly begins a Title IX investigation

4. Title IX Investigation Steps:

   1. Explanation of Complaint is recorded

   2. Investigation and collection of evidence

   3. Remedies and actions taken

   4. Closure

Title IX Coordinator/Mr .Michael  Flannery

313-982-6191 mflannery@hfa-dearborn.org

Harassment/Bullying Policy

Henry Ford Academy is committed to protecting students and staff from harassment or bullying and to maintain a safe and secure environment.  Bullying and harassment in regards to one's gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, color, religion, height, weight, age, nation of origin or disability is prohibited. Students who engage in unwelcome verbal, written, or physical conduct that offends, denigrates, or belittles an individual is harassment and may result in suspension and/or expulsion from the Academy.

Types of Harassment/Examples

• Verbal Harassment
  • Examples: Name calling, profanity, put-downs, racial/sexual slurs
• Sexual Harassment
  • Examples: Unwanted/unsolicited displays of affection, touching, sexual jokes/conversation
• Physical Harassment
  • Examples: Bullying, pushing, hitting
• Cyber Harassment
  • Cyber Harassment
    • Examples: Name calling, profanity, put-downs, racial/sexual slurs posted on the internet or sent via electronic devices.

Students who feel they are being harassed or bullied should report it to the Counselor, Assistant Principal, or Principal.

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