FY26 A.I. Human Resources: Investigate with Confidence
Investigate with Confidence: Best Practices for Employee and Title IX Investigations
Employee complaints and misconduct allegations require prompt, fair, and legally sound investigations. This session will guide school leaders through the practical steps of conducting workplace investigations, including planning the investigation, interviewing witnesses, evaluating evidence, and documenting findings. Participants will also learn when allegations trigger Title IX obligations and how those processes differ from standard HR investigations. Real-world examples and best practices will help districts reduce risk while ensuring a fair and thorough process.
Dr. Thomas Campbell
Director of Human Resources
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District
Dr. Thomas Campbell has been negotiating collective bargaining agreements in public schools for the past 16 years as Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. He has worked in public and private schools for 36 years as a special education teacher, assistant principal, administrator for special education, middle school principal, assistant superintendent and consultant. Dr. Campbell holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Services/Early Childhood Education, a Master's degree in Special Education and a Master's Middle School Education from Lesley University; a Master's degree in Human Resources from Emmanuel College; and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Northeastern University.
Tom "retired" in 2018 from the Needham Public Schools and currently serves as the Director of Human Resources for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District and Human Resources Consultant for Cape Cod Academy, a private K-12 independent school in Osterville. Tom resides in Chatham with his wife Sue, who really retired from the Lexington Public Schools as a special education teacher in 2020, and their 5-year old black lab, Kona.
Kirsteen Patterson (Moderator)
Director of Finance and Operations
Wayland Public Schools
Kirsteen serves as the Director of Finance and Operations at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School District, overseeing the district's financial planning, budgeting, and operational functions. With a strong background in public school administration, Kirsteen ensures fiscal responsibility while driving initiatives that support student achievement and district goals. Kirsteen is dedicated to fostering transparent communication, streamlining processes, and implementing innovative solutions to optimize resources and enhance operational efficiency.