Policies and Procedures
Whistleblower Policy
General
The Grand Island Public Schools Foundation requires all employees to observe the highest standard of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. As representatives of the Foundation, employees must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Reporting Responsibility
It is the responsibility of all employees to comply with the law and to report violations or suspected violations in accordance with this Whistleblower Policy.
No Retaliation
No employee who in good faith reports a violation shall suffer harassment or retaliation, nor will he or she suffer an adverse employment consequence. An employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. This Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees and others to raise serious concerns within the Foundation prior to seeking resolution outside the Foundation.
Reporting Violations
In most cases, an employee’s supervisor is in the best position to address an area of concern. However, if an employee is not comfortable speaking with his or her supervisor, or is not satisfied with the supervisor’s response, the employee is encouraged to speak with anyone in management that he or she is comfortable in approaching. Supervisors and managers are required to report suspected violations to the Foundation’s Executive Director. If an employee is not satisfied with the Executive Director’s decision, the employee should contact the Foundation’s Board Officer directly.
