File:  ACA - NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX

The School Committee, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, declares that the school district does not and will not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation or gender identity in the educational programs and activities of the public schools.  This policy will extend not only to students with regard to educational opportunities, but also to employees with regard to employment opportunities.

The School Committee will continue to ensure fair and equitable educational and employment opportunities, without regard to sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, to all of its students and employees.

The Committee will designate an individual to act as the school district's Title IX compliance officer.  All students and employees will be notified of the name and office address and telephone number of the compliance officer.

LEGAL REFS.:  Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

45 CFR, Part 86, (Federal Register, 6/4/75)

M.G.L. 76:5; 76:16 (Chapter 622 of the Acts of 1971)

BESE 603 CMR 26:00

REFERENCE:  USDOE Notice of Interpretation - https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/us-department-education-confirms-title-ix-protects-students-discrimination-based-sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity

CROSS REF.:  AC, Nondiscrimination Policy Including Harassment and Retaliation

SOURCE:  MASC - Updated 2022

Note:  January 2025 - Reverted back to 2022 policy after Federal Court Ruling on Title IX