NCR Title IX Training Series

Title IX compliance continues to shift at federal and local levels and the role of the Title IX Coordinator is constantly evolving. The NCR Board contracted with Megan Farrell of Title IX Consult, LLC to prepare a training series that addresses the mandatory and recommended Title IX training for K-12 school district staff related to federal and state laws and regulations. These complimentary Title IX Training courses will be rolled out in July.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Title IX Coordinator Training

July 30  , 2026
9:00 AM-12:00PM PDT Zoom Training

Who should attend: Title IX Coordinators, school site leadership, and district personnel responsible for Human Resources and Educational and Student Services

The scope of responsibilities for a Title IX Coordinator is vast, and this training will equip your Title IX Coordinator will a full understanding of these responsibilities. If your district is only thinking that Title IX covers athletics, then you are not ready for the legal implications of failing to comply with Title IX. Training will be delivered live in one (1) three (3)-hour, online session and will cover:

  • Introduction to Title IX law
  • Title IX regulations
  • Title IX legal obligation
  • Title IX Coordinator responsibilities and notifications
  • K-12 Employees with responsibility to report
  • Notice of sexual harassment
  • Grievance process
    • Formal investigation process
    • Informal resolution process
  • Policies and process
  • State law considerations
  • Other compliance issues – documentation and community outreach

Title IX Investigator Training

August 6, 2026
9:00AM-12:00PM PDT Zoom Training

Who should attend: Title IX Coordinators, Title IX Investigators, Principals, Assistant Principals and Human Resources and Student Services personnel

Conducting a Title IX investigation includes a detailed process that requires special skills. This training will equip your staff members with resources and investigative skills to meet requirements and ensure that your district does not violate the law. This training will cover federal requirements for Title IX investigators including:

  • Overview of Title IX
  • Title IX regulatory requirements
  • Title IX Investigation Process
    • Notice of incident
    • Offer of formal process and notice of allegations
    • Supportive measures
    • Interviews
    • Documentary evidence
    • Discussion of bias, conflict of interest, and stereotypes
    • Weighing evidence
    • Reaching a fact finding
    • Decision-maker process
  • K12-specific case studies

Title IX Decision-Maker Training and Appeal Officer Training

August 13 , 2026
9:00AM-12:00PM PDT Zoom Training

Who should attend: Title IX Coordinators, Principals, Human Resources leadership, Assistant Superintendents and Superintendents

The role of decision-maker is detailed in the Final Rule on Title IX, and any Title IX investigation must have a trained decision-maker issuing the final conclusion. In order to serve in this important role, decision-makers must be trained in all aspects of the Title IX process. Training will cover federal requirements for Title IX Decision-makers including:

  • Introduction to Title IX law and regulations
  • Title IX parties and administrators
  • Overview of Title IX grievance process
  • Title IX Coordinator, Investigator, and Decision-maker roles
  • Legal obligations of the education institution and its employees
  • Title IX jurisdiction and dismissal of complaints
  • Types of Title IX claims and consent
  • Burden of proof
  • Investigation report and information-sharing with the parties
  • Types of evidence
  • Avoiding decision-making pitfalls
  • Evaluating evidence and reaching a conclusion
  • Appeal
  • Retaliation

Title IX Informal Resolution Training

August 20, 2026
9:00AM-12:00PM PDT Zoom Training

Who should attend: Title IX Coordinators, Principals, Human Resources leadership, Assistant Superintendents and Superintendents

The role of informal resolution officer is detailed in the Final Rule on Title IX. In order to serve in this important role, informal resolution officers must be trained in all aspects of the Title IX process.  Training will cover federal requirements for Title IX Informal Resolution including:

  • Introduction to Title IX law and regulations
  • Title IX parties and administrators
  • Overview of Title IX grievance process
  • Title IX Coordinator, Investigator, and Decision-maker roles
  • Legal obligations of the education institution and its employees
  • Title IX jurisdiction and dismissal of complaints
  • Types of Title IX claims and consent
  • Burden of proof
  • Investigation report and information-sharing with the parties
  • Types of evidence
  • Avoiding decision-making pitfalls
  • Evaluating evidence and reaching a conclusion
  • Appeal
  • Retaliation

Title IX Coordinator Training - ADVANCED

October 1 , 2026
9:00AM-12:00PM PDT Zoom Training

Advanced Title IX Coordinator Training is a comprehensive course designed for experienced Title IX professionals to navigate sex discrimination and sexual harassment matters on campus. This training goes beyond regulatory definitions and focuses on strategic program leadership, data analysis, and case management to bring proper risk management skills to this important campus role. As federal regulations have evolved and presented conflicts between federal and state laws, this course equips the Title IX professional with analytical frameworks to make reasoned, legally defensible decisions.

Title IX Investigator Training - ADVANCED

October 8, 2026
9:00AM-12:00PM PDT Zoom Training

Advanced Title IX Investigator Training provides investigators with the master-level skills necessary to navigate complex sex-based discrimination and harassment complaints under the 2020 regulations. This course is designed for those with investigation skills in Title IX and other civil rights matters who are seeking to fine-tune their skills for conducting compliant investigations for their campus. This training will focus on a case study based on a real-life example and provide opportunities to bring investigation skills to life with interactive exercises that develop skills necessary to conduct timely, compliant investigations that withstand legal scrutiny. Important concepts for seasoned investigators, which includes trauma-informed practices and culturally sensitive processes, will be covered in the training.

MEET OUR PANEL

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Megan C. Farrell

Megan C. Farrell is an advisor and consultant to educational institution clients with a focus on Title IX compliance. Megan’s background includes working as Title IX Coordinator at Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) and Notre Dame of Maryland University.

Megan currently serves as the Equity and Title IX Coordinator for Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District and has consulting contracts with other K-12 districts such as Berkeley Unified and Carmel Unified. She has also served as in-house counsel, faculty member, and graduate program director.

Aside from these in-house positions, Megan also has provided risk and litigation management counseling to institutions, developed internal policies and procedures for education clients, and designed customized training programs for schools across the country.