Title IX

Educational Programs and Employment

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Title IX Information

What is Title IX?
Title IX is a federal civil rights law passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any District program, service, or activity, including, but not limited to, educational programs or activities, e.g., extracurricular activities, student services, academic counseling, discipline, classroom assignment, grading, athletics, transportation, etc.

Examples of Unlawful Discriminatory Practices Under Title IX
Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct/Violence, Stalking, and Retaliation 

• Sexual Harassment: unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature
• Sexual Misconduct/Violence: sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, and dating violence
• Stalking: repeatedly following, harassing, threatening, or intimidating, including by telephone, mail, electronic communication, or social media
• Retaliation: adverse academic or other actions against anyone reporting or participating in an investigation of Title IX allegations

More Title IX Information

• Link to Policy 2266 - Title IX Sexual Harassment
• Link to YCS SHSA Information Guide
• Link to Title IX Referral Form

Reporting Prohibited Behavior

Members of the school district community who believe that a Title IX violation may have occurred should discuss their concerns and/or file a complaint with the District’s Title IX coordinator.

Carlos Lopez
Title IX Coordinator
clopez2@ycschools.us
(734)221-1221