BP 5145.3 Nondiscrimination

KPBSD Policy Manual

BP 5145.3

Students
NONDISCRIMINATION

District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination with respect to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic group, marital or parental status, and physical or mental disability. The School Board shall ensure equal opportunities for all students in admission and access to academic courses, guidance and counseling programs, athletic programs, testing procedures, vocational education and other activities.

( cf. 0410 – Nondiscrimination in District Programs and Activities )
( cf. 1312.3 – Public Complaints Concerning Discrimination )
( cf. 5145.7 - Sexual Harassment )

Separate arrangements may be made for students according to gender during sex education programs and physical education activities involving bodily contact. (AS 14.18.050)

School staff and volunteers must be especially careful to guard against gender discrimination and stereotyping in instruction, guidance and supervision.

( cf. 6164.2 - Guidance and Counseling Services )

Legal Reference:

ALASKA STATUTES
14.18.010 Discrimination based on sex and race prohibited
14.18.050 Discrimination in course offerings prohibited
14.18.090 Enforcement by board of education

ALASKA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
4 AAC 06.520 Recreational and athletic activities
4 AAC 06.530 Guidance and counseling services
4 AAC 06.540 Course offerings
4 AAC 06.600 Definitions
4 AAC 51.270  Equal opportunities


KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Adoption Date: 7/1/96