Non-Discrimination Statement

The Mead School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Name and/or Title*: Josh Westermann, Director of Student and Family Services
Telephone Number: 509-465-6000
Email: josh.westermann@mead354.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Name and/or Title*: Heather Havens, Executive Director of Special and Alternative Programs
Telephone Number: 509-465-6000
Email: heather.havens@mead354.org

Title IX Coordinator
Name and/or Title*: Josh Westermann, Director of Student and Family Services
Telephone Number: 509-465-6000
Email: josh.westermann@mead354.org

Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: Mead School District Harassment and Discrimination Reporting