Leveling the Playing Field: Monitoring School Sports and Booster Club Support for Title IX Compliance

Most school districts know that they must provide equal athletic opportunities for male and female students, but determining whether an athletic program meets Title IX standards involves consideration of many factors.  How does a district evaluate an entire athletics program when it offers a variety of sports with considerably different needs?  It’s not as simple as ensuring that equal numbers of boys and girls participate in athletics, or that equal funding is provided to boys’ and girls’ sports. 

Come find out how considerations such as booster club contributions, selection of sports, levels of competition, equipment and supplies, scheduling of games and practice time, assignment and compensation of coaches, facilities, and other issues all play a role in determining Title IX compliance.  We will share practical tips on how to spot red flags and address gender inequities in your district’s athletic program BEFORE the Office of Civil Rights comes knocking.