Title IX
Title IX is a federal law that was passed in 1972 to ensure that male and female students and employees in educational settings are treated equally and fairly. It protects against discrimination based on sex (including sexual harassment). In addition, Title IX protects transgender students and students who do not conform to gender stereotypes. State law also prohibits discrimination based on gender (sex), gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
The preamble to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 states that:
“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 requires that each school district have at least one person designated as the Title IX Coordinator.
El Camino's Title IX Complaint Managers are:
- Vania Rodriquez, Director of Human Resources, v.rodriguez@ecrchs.net, (818) 595-7536
- Dean Bennett, Administrative Director, d.bennett@ecrchs.net, (818) 595-7506
- Emilie Larew, Administrative Director, e.larew@ecrchs.net, (818) 595-8005
Gender Equity
It is the policy of the State of California that all persons, regardless of their gender, should enjoy freedom from discrimination of any kind in the educational institution of the state. The laws found in the California Education Code 221.5-231.5 are collectively known as the Sex Equity in Education Act. These laws expand upon gender equity and Title IX laws which provide guidance to California’s education system.
Each Local Educational Agency (LEA) will be responsible for following the laws in addition to Title IX requirements.