This policy applies to all acts related to school activities and attendance, and to all actions taken by the Governing Board and Executive Director in establishing policies and procedures that govern River Islands Academies (RIA).
The Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in RIA programs and activities. RIA programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination based on: race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation (including related medical conditions and recovery); parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; or genetic information. This protection extends to actual or perceived characteristics, or association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics.
All individuals shall be treated equitably in the receipt of school services. Personally identifiable information collected in the implementation of any RIA program, including, but not limited to, student and family information for the free and reduced-price lunch program, transportation, or any other educational program, shall be used only for the purposes of the program—unless otherwise authorized by the Executive Director or designee in accordance with the law. Data collected by RIA shall not be used, directly or indirectly, to compile a list, registry, or database of individuals based on any of the protected categories above.
In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and California Education Code §220, RIA also prohibits discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression in all educational programs and activities. This includes protection from sexual harassment and ensures equitable access to learning opportunities.
To learn more about Title IX protections, your rights, and how to file a complaint, please visit our Title IX Information Page.
For information on how to file a complaint related to discrimination, harassment, or other concerns under Title IX or other protected areas, please review our
Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) Policy and Annual Notice. This policy outlines the process for addressing complaints and ensures that all students and families are provided fair and timely resolution.