Iowa School for the Deaf
Safety Information

Goal

It is the goal of the Iowa School for the Deaf to maintain positive learning and care environments.

Sexual misconduct among students is a violation of ISD policies. The Board of Regents, State of Iowa, has a Student to Student Sexual Misconduct Policy that prohibits sexual misconduct among students.

If you know about sexual misconduct that occurred between students, or it has happened to you, report it to any of these people immediately, or report it to any ISD staff member:

Dr. Jeanne Prickett, Superintendent

Schools
Ms. Shari Slater, Elementary | Middle School Principal
Ms. Rebecca Gaw, High School Principal
Ms. Jane Gradoville, Elementary | Middle School Counselor
Ms. Donna Houston, High School Counselor

Dormitory
Mr. John Cool, Director of Student Life
Ms. Patty DeFrancesco, Dean of Girls Dorm
Mr. Nyle Smith, Dean of Boys Dorm
Ms. Jolene Froehle, Girls Dorm Social Worker
Mr. Chris Marks, Boys Dorm Social

Any ISD staff member can help a student who is the victim of sexual misconduct. We will also help families and provide information on specialized resources for student victims. Please read the Student to Student Sexual Misconduct Policy for more information, or call Dr. Prickett if you have questions.