Ceiba College Preparatory Academy
Report a Concern
If you would like to report a concern, please contact our
Parent Engagement Coordinator,
Raquel Arenas-Humphrey at
Title IX
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sex-based harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq.), its implementing regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106), and California's Sex Equity in Education Act (Education Code §§221.5–231.5). This applies to admissions and employment as well as all school programs and activities.
Title IX Coordinator
Inquiries about the application of Title IX, and all complaints or reports of sex discrimination or sex-based harassment, should be directed to:
Rosie Infante
Director of Human Resources and Operations
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy
215 Locust St., Watsonville, CA 95076
Phone: (831) 740-8460 (Direct)
Email: rosie.infante@ceibaprep.org
Your Rights
Students, employees, applicants, and members of the public have the right to be free from sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in Ceiba's education programs and activities. This includes protections related to admissions, academics, athletics, discipline, and employment. Learn more about Title IX rights at the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights: www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/ or the California Department of Education's Title IX page: cde.ca.gov/re/di/eo/genequitytitleix.asp
How to File a Complaint
A complaint alleging sex discrimination or sex-based harassment may be filed with the Title IX Coordinator listed above, using Ceiba's Uniform Complaint Procedures. Complaints may also be filed with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) Annual Notice
Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) Annual Notice
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy annually notifies its students, employees, parents/guardians, advisory committee members, and other interested parties of the Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) process. Ceiba is primarily responsible for compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Programs and Activities Subject to the UCP
A UCP complaint may allege unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying — based on actual or perceived characteristics including disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics — in any program or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The UCP also covers complaints related to:
Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
Pupil fees (a student may not be required to pay a fee for participation in any educational activity)
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) programs
Instructional materials and curriculum diversity
Physical education instructional minutes
Course periods without educational content
Reasonable accommodations for lactating students
Education of foster youth, homeless students, students from military families, and former juvenile court students
Filing a Complaint
A UCP complaint must be filed in writing no later than one year from the date the alleged violation occurred, unless a different timeline applies to a specific complaint type (for example, LCAP complaints, where the date of the alleged violation is the date the reviewing authority approves the LCAP). Pupil fee and LCAP complaints may be filed anonymously if the complainant provides evidence to support the allegation.
Complaints should be submitted to:
Rosie Infante
Director of Human Resources and Operations
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy
215 Locust St., Watsonville, CA 95076
Phone: (831) 740-8460 (Direct)
Email: rosie.infante@ceibaprep.org
Process and Timelines
Ceiba will investigate the complaint and issue a written decision within 60 calendar days of receipt, unless the complainant agrees in writing to an extension. If not satisfied with Ceiba's decision, a complainant may appeal in writing to the California Department of Education within 15 days of receiving the decision. A complainant may also pursue civil law remedies available under state or federal discrimination laws, and may do so at any time, including before filing a UCP complaint.
Retaliation Prohibited
Ceiba prohibits retaliation against any individual who files a complaint or participates in the complaint process.
Related, Separate Complaint Process
Allegations related to instructional materials, emergency/urgent facilities conditions, or teacher vacancy/misassignment are addressed through a related but distinct process — see the Williams Uniform Complaint Procedure — and may be filed anonymously.
Williams Uniform Complaint Procedure
HIGH PRIORITY. Distinct, narrower complaint category; allows anonymous complaints. Often combined into one document with UCP.
Homeless Education / McKinney-Vento Liaison
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy is committed to ensuring that students experiencing homelessness have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education provided to all other students, as required by the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. §11431 et seq.) and California law (AB 27).
Who Qualifies
A student may qualify for McKinney-Vento protections if they lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence — including students who are sharing housing with others due to loss of housing or economic hardship; living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, or campgrounds due to lack of alternative housing; living in emergency or transitional shelters; staying in a public or private place not designed for regular sleeping accommodations; or living in cars, parks, or on the street. This also includes unaccompanied youth not in the physical custody of a parent or guardian.
Rights of Students Experiencing Homelessness
Immediate enrollment, even without documents normally required (proof of residency, school records, immunization records, or birth certificate)
The right to remain enrolled in their school of origin, if requested and in the student's best interest, even if the family moves to a different attendance area
Transportation to and from the school of origin, upon request
Access to the same programs and services available to other students, including free school meals, Title I services, and enrollment in extracurricular activities, without fees
The right to dispute an enrollment or eligibility decision through Ceiba's dispute resolution process while continuing to attend the school and receive services during the dispute
Homeless Liaison Contact
Families or students who may qualify for these protections, or who have questions about eligibility, enrollment, or available resources, should contact:
Josh Ripp
Head of School
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy
Phone: (831) 740-8786
Email: josh.ripp@ceibaprep.org
Additional Resources
For more information about the rights of students experiencing homelessness, visit the California Department of Education's Homeless Education website: cde.ca.gov/sp/hs/
