Annual Notice of Non Discrimination

The district prohibits discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment, and in access to educational programs and activities, and prohibits harassment of any individual or group on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or genetic information (and other protected classes included in the district’s nondiscrimination policies).

Lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation. The district may assess each student’s ability to benefit from specific programs through placement tests and counseling, and, if necessary, will provide services or referrals to better prepare students for successful participation.

The Hernando County School District, does not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, genetic information, or handicap in its educational programs or employment practices. By operating in this manner, the School Board adheres to the provisions of Federal Law and other applicable laws. Specifically, Hernando District Policies states, “The School Board does not discriminate on the basis of race (including anti-Semitism [as defined in Bylaw 0100]), ethnicity, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, transgender status, or gender identity), disability (including HIV, AIDS, or sickle cell trait), pregnancy, marital status, age (except as authorized by law), religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information which are classes protected by State and/or Federal law (collectively, "protected classes") in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.” The District also provides equal access to its facilities for the Boy Scouts and other identified Title 36 patriotic youth groups, as required with 34 C.F.R. 108.9. In accordance with Florida Administrative Code, national origin minority or Limited English Proficient (LEP) students shall not be subjected to any disciplinary action because of their appropriate use of a language other than English. The lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission into any Career and Technical Education Programs offered at any of our schools, Wilton Simpson Technical College or adult education programs.

To file concerns, please follow the complaint procedures found in School Board Policies 1122, 3122 and 4122.

Compliance officer for Employee related issues and the Equal Educational Opportunity Coordinator is:

· Matthew Goldrick
Director of Labor Relations & Professional Standards
919 North Broad Street, Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone: 352-797-7000 ext. 70451 Email: goldrick_m@hcsb.k12.fl.us

Compliance officers for student related issues are:

· Jill Kolasa
Director of Student Services
1036 Varsity Drive, Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone: 352-797-7008 Email: kolasa_j@hcsb.k12.fl.us
 

· Anna Jensen
Director of Exceptional Student Education
1036 Varsity Drive, Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone: 352-797-7022 Email: jensen_a@hcsb.k12.fl.us