Gainesville City Schools

Equal Opportunity Institution


 

The Gainesville City Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or sex in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public. It is the policy of the Gainesville City Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all accompanying regulations.

 

The Gainesville City Board of Education believes that all children should have an equal opportunity to obtain an education and to participate in school-sponsored activities. Admission practice to educational programs and activities, including athletic and vocational programs and activities, will be nondiscriminatory in regards to race, color, national origin, religion, veteran status or gender.

 

The superintendent will designate professional staff to be responsible for coordinating efforts within the school system to comply with Title IX (Civil Rights Act of 1962, amended 1974), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973), ADA, Georgia Equity in Sports Act, and other laws, rules and regulations pertaining to equal educational opportunities for students. Responsibilities will include investigating any complaint alleging noncompliance or alleging actions, which would be prohibited by law in the area(s) assigned.

 

Contact Dr. Merrianne Dyer, Interim Superintendent (770-287-2000) if you have any questions.