Title IX

Title IX is a federal civil rights law that was passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. This law protects people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive Federal financial assistance. Title IX states:

No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance (Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972).

Title IX applies to institutions that receive federal financial assistance from the Department of Education, including state and local educational agencies. Educational programs and activities that receive Department of Education funds must operate in a nondiscriminatory manner. Also, a recipient may not retaliate against any person for opposing an unlawful educational practice or policy, or made charges, testified or participated in any complaint action under Title IX. 

Board Policy 2260 - NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY

The Lake Local School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age (except as authorized by law), religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information (collective, "Protected Classes") in its educational programs or activities.

For additional information on the policy and procedures view Board Policy 2260

Reporting Title IX Concerns:

Any individual who believes they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or harassment is encouraged to report their concerns to the Title IX Coordinator. Reports can be made in person, by mail, by email, or by phone.

Completed Formal Complaint Forms should be submitted to one of the District's Title IX Coordinators listed below.