| Statement of Non-discrimination and Equal Educational Opportunity The school district does not discriminate in its education programs, activities, or employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, socioeconomic status, disability, religion or creed. Students are educated in programs that foster knowledge of, and respect and appreciation for, the historical and contemporary contributions of diverse cultural groups, as well as men and women, to society. Students who feel they have been discriminated against are encouraged to report it to the school district Affirmative Action Coordinator. The Affirmative Action Coordinator is Mr. Brian Horn, Superintendent, and can be reached at 515-795-3241. Inquiries may also be directed in writing to the Director of the Region VII Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 310 West Wisconsin Avenue, Ste. 800, Milwaukee, WI, 53203-2292, 414-291-1111, or the Iowa Department of Education, Grimes State Office Building, Des Moines, IA, 50319, 515-281-5294. |