The Wilkes County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services, or activities. 

Nondiscrimination Policies

• Equal Educational Opportunities Policy & Complaint Procedures

• Equal Opportunity Employment Policy & Complaint Procedures
  

Title IX

What is Title IX?

Title IX is a federal law enacted in 1972 to provide protection against discrimination based on sex.  Title IX specifically states that "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. 

What is Sexual Harassment?

Final rules regarding Title IX changes were released on May 6, 2020, and became actionable on August 14, 2020. These rules include, but are not limited to, providing clarity on the definition of sexual harassment and the steps districts and employees are to take to respond to suspected sexual harassment.

Sexual Harassment as Defined by Title IX

1. An employee of the recipient conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, or service of the recipient on an individual’s participation in unwelcome sexual conduct;

2. Unwelcome conduct determined by a reasonable person to be so severe, pervasive, AND objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the recipient’s education program or activity.

3. “Sexual Assault”, “Dating Violence”, “Domestic Violence”, or “Stalking” as defined by the Clery Act. 

I have a concern. Who can help me?

Any student or employee who believes they are being discriminated against on the basis of sex should report to an administrator or the School Title IX Coordinator. Alleged violations will be investigated, and when it is determined that a violation has occurred, prompt, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against persons found to be in violation. These actions include sanctions authorized by law, Board policy, and the Code of Student Conduct and Discipline.

Title IX Contact

Wilkes County Schools has designated a System Title IX Coordinator who is responsible for coordinating efforts to comply with and carry out the school system’s responsibilities under Title IX. 

Individuals with a question on Title IX or who would like to file a formal Title IX Complaint should contact the System Title IX Coordinator:

 System Title IX Coordinator
Lisa Isham
Associate Superintendent
313-A N Alexander Avenue
Washington, GA 30673
(706)678-2718
ishaml@wilkes.k12.ga.us

• Sexual Harassment of Student Policy & Complaint Procedures

• Sexual Harassment of Employees Policy & Complaint Procedures
  

CTAE Nondiscrimination Notice

The Wilkes County School System offers the following Career and Technical Education programs for all students regardless of race, color, national origin, including those with limited English proficiency, sex or disability in grades 9-12.  These programs are designed to prepare youth for a broad range of employment opportunities and/or prepare them for further education. 

• Agriculture

• Business Management and Administration

• Early Childhood Education

• Health Science

Persons seeking further information concerning the career and technical education offerings and specific pre-requisite criteria should contact:

Dr. Alicia Finnell
CTAE Director
1182 Tignall Road
Washington, Georgia 30673
(706)678-2426
finnella@wilkes.k12.ga.us