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The officials responsible for these failures are still in office. Here is what you can do right now.

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File a FOIA Request

Virginia’s Freedom of Information Act gives you the right to access public records. School districts, sheriffs’ offices, and county boards must respond within 5 business days.

How to File

  1. Identify the agency that holds the records you want (school district, sheriff, county board)
  2. Find their FOIA contact (usually on their website under “FOIA” or “Public Records”)
  3. Send the request via email or certified mail using the template below
  4. They must respond within 5 working days — if they don’t, that’s a violation
  5. If denied, you can appeal to the FOIA Council (804-225-3056) or file in court

FOIA Request Template

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP]
[Date]

[Agency Address]

Re: Virginia Freedom of Information Act Request

Dear FOIA Officer,

Pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Va. Code § 2.2-3700 et seq.), I respectfully request access to and copies of the following records from [Agency Name]:

[Describe the records you are seeking. Be as specific as possible. For example:]
- All incident reports filed at [School Name] between [Date Range]
- All communications between [Official] and [Official/Department] regarding [Topic]
- All Title IX complaints filed with [School District] between [Date Range]

I request that these records be provided in electronic format where available.

Under VFOIA, you are required to respond within five (5) working days of receiving this request. If you anticipate a delay, please notify me in writing with an explanation and an expected response date.

If any records are withheld, please cite the specific statutory exemption and provide a written explanation for each withholding.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this request.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Email]
[Your Phone Number]

File a Title IX Complaint

If a school district has failed to properly handle a sexual assault or harassment report, you can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Steps to File

  1. Complaints must be filed within 180 days of the last act of discrimination
  2. You can file online, by mail, or by email
  3. You do not need a lawyer to file a complaint
  4. OCR will investigate and can require the school district to change its policies
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Pre-Written Contact Scripts

Use these templates to contact your officials. Personalize them with your specific concerns and county details.

Email to School Board / Officials

Subject: Demand for Accountability — Student Safety Failures in [County] Schools

Dear [Official Name],

I am a parent/resident of [County] County writing to express my serious concern about the documented failures of our public school system to protect students from harm.

[Choose one or more specific incidents to reference, e.g.:]
- The serial groping of approximately 12 female students at Fairfax High School by an adult who was enrolled as a student
- The cover-up of sexual assaults in Loudoun County, where the superintendent lied publicly and the assailant was transferred to assault again
- [Add your own specific concern]

I am asking you to:
1. Publicly address these failures and explain what specific actions you are taking
2. Support policies that prioritize student safety over institutional reputation
3. Ensure transparent reporting of all safety incidents to parents and the community

I expect a response within 10 business days.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Address]

Phone Call Script

Hello, my name is [Your Name] and I am a resident of [County/District].

I am calling to express my concern about student safety in our public schools. I am aware of [reference specific incident] and I believe our officials have failed to protect children.

I would like to know:
1. What specific actions [Official Name] is taking to address these safety failures
2. Whether [Official Name] supports full transparency with parents about safety incidents
3. Whether [Official Name] will support cooperation with federal law enforcement

I would appreciate a callback or written response. My number is [Your Phone Number].

Thank you.

Public Comment / School Board Meeting

My name is [Your Name] and I live in [District/Area].

I'm here because our schools are failing to protect our children and this board has not held anyone accountable.

[Reference a specific incident — be specific and cite the source:]
"At Fairfax High School, an adult was enrolled as a student and serially groped approximately 12 girls over months. The principal described it as 'inappropriately touching.' The county refused to cooperate with federal immigration authorities."

I am asking this board to:
1. Adopt a policy of immediate, full disclosure to parents when safety incidents occur
2. Support cooperation with all law enforcement agencies, including federal authorities
3. Conduct an independent review of enrollment verification procedures

Every fact I have cited is publicly sourced and verifiable. I expect this board to act.

Thank you.

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