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About the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information Guide
Pursuant to MCL 380.1508 (Public Act 57 of 2023), the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) developed age-appropriate informational materials for students in grades 6-12 titled Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information Guide. MDE worked with experts on sexual assault and sexual harassment, including but not limited to the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board (MDSVPTB), housed within the Michigan Department of Health and Human
Services Division of Victim Services and the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV). The materials have been reviewed by students and partners in the education, public health, and sexual violence fields to make them clear and accessible.
Downloading the Guide
Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information Guide
SH and SA Information Guide, Pages 1 to 4
SH and SA Information Guide, Page 5
Finalizing and Disseminating the Guide
This memorandum in the June 20, 2024, Thursday Communication provides details regarding the legal requirement for school districts, intermediate school districts, and public school academies providing information on sexual assault and sexual harassment to all student in grades 6 to 12. MDE has launched the dissemination of the information guide for the 2024-2025 school year.
2024 - 052 Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information for Students
Recommended Professional Development for School Personnel
Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, districts are encouraged to provide annual professional development on how to respond to sexual assault or sexual harassment for all educators and school personnel who have contact with students. According to state law, it is recommended that school personnel complete the professional development minimally every five years (MCL 380.1526b).
If your district would like support on best practices for having conversations about sexual harassment and sexual assault with youth in schools, please email preventionstaff@mcedsv.org.
Additional Information
For additional information, please contact Laurie Bechhofer at BechhoferL@michigan.gov or Jim Whittaker, Title IX coordinator, at WhittakerJ@michigan.gov.
