Title IX
The District affirms that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy or handicap/disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any educational program or activity. In addition, no person shall, on any of these bases, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment, or recruitment, or consideration, or selection, therefore, whether full-time or part-time, under any educational program or activity operated by the district. The District shall make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Anti-Harassment/Anti-Retaliation Statement:
The District does not tolerate sexual harassment. Any individual who believes they have been subjected to sexual harassment is strongly encouraged to make a report which will be promptly and thoroughly investigated. Retaliation against individuals who file complaints about sexual harassment, or participate in the investigation of such complaints, is strictly prohibited. Students or staff found to have engaged in sexual harassment or retaliation will be promptly disciplined.
Notice of Non-Discrimination:
Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, the District does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates. This requirement not to discriminate in the District's education programs and activities extends to employment with and admission to the District.
Designated Title IX Coordinator:
In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, the District has a designated Title IX Coordinator for Employees, Students, and Athletics. The District’s Title IX Coordinators should be contacted regarding any inquiries as to the application of Title IX or filing a harassment complaint,
Title IX Coordinator Contact Information
Director of Student Services
10 S Waverly Street
Shillington PA 19607
610-775-1461 X 7014
TitleIXCoordinator@gmsd.org
Director of Human Resources
10 S Waverly Street
Shillington PA 19607
610-775-1461 X 7013
TitleIXCoordinator@gmsd.org
Nondiscrimination and Harassment Board Policies
103 Nondiscrimination in School and Classroom Practices
103A Discrimination/Sexual Harassment/Bullying/Hazing/Dating Violence/Retaliation Report Form
103A Discrimination Complaint Procedures
103A Title IX Sexual Harassment Procedures and Grievance Process for Formal Complaints
103A Confidentiality Letter Template
103.1 Nondiscrimination – Qualified Students with Disabilities
104 Nondiscrimination in Employment and Contract Practices
104A Discrimination/Sexual Harassment/Retaliation Report Form
104A Discrimination Complaint Procedures
104A Title IX Sexual Harassment Procedures and Grievance Process for
Formal Complaints