270-271

EDUCATION CODE
SECTION 270-271




270.  By July 1, 2006, the department shall post on its Web site, in
both English and Spanish and at a reading level that may be
comprehended by pupils in high school, the information set forth in
the federal regulations implementing Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1681 et seq.).



271.  The following list of rights, which are based on the relevant
provisions of the federal regulations implementing Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1681 et seq.), may be
used by the department for purposes of Section 270:
   (a) You have the right to fair and equitable treatment and you
shall not be discriminated against based on your sex.
   (b) You have the right to be provided with an equitable
opportunity to participate in all academic extracurricular
activities, including athletics.
   (c) You have the right to inquire of the athletic director of your
school as to the athletic opportunities offered by the school.
   (d) You have the right to apply for athletic scholarships.
   (e) You have the right to receive equitable treatment and benefits
in the provision of all of the following:
   (1) Equipment and supplies.
   (2) Scheduling of games and practices.
   (3) Transportation and daily allowances.
   (4) Access to tutoring.
   (5) Coaching.
   (6) Locker rooms.
   (7) Practice and competitive facilities.
   (8) Medical and training facilities and services.
   (9) Publicity.
   (f) You have the right to have access to a gender equity
coordinator to answer questions regarding gender equity laws.
   (g) You have the right to contact the State Department of
Education and the California Interscholastic Federation to access
information on gender equity laws.
   (h) You have the right to file a confidential discrimination
complaint with the United States Office of Civil Rights or the State
Department of Education if you believe you have been discriminated
against or if you believe you have received unequal treatment on the
basis of your sex.
   (i) You have the right to pursue civil remedies if you have been
discriminated against.
   (j) You have the right to be protected against retaliation if you
file a discrimination complaint.