The purpose of this policy is to offer a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to the problem of
dating violence and sexual violence in District of Columbia Public Schools. In order to provide DCPS
employees with the tools necessary to effectively address dating violence and sexual violence among
their students, this policy will address the following topics:
• Protocol for school response to dating violence and sexual violence
• Training for school employees
• Prevention education for students
• Accommodations and services for students experiencing dating violence and sexual violence
• Parents’ and students’ rights