Select a School ReadySub Language Login About Board Departments Jobs/HR/Payroll Parents/Students Staff Calendar Superintendent Search Civil Rights Lynden School District / Departments / Student Services / Special Education / Community Transitions / Family Community Services / Preschool / Civil Rights Calendar Child Find Civil Rights Community Transitions Contact Us ELL Family Community Services Federal Procurement Form LAP Occupational Therapy Opportunity Council - Head Start Preschool Program Section 504 Special Education Title I Civil Rights Laws What are Civil Rights? Civil rights are personal rights guaranteed and protected by the U.S. Constitution,federal laws enacted by the U.S. Congress and state laws enacted by our state legislature. What is Discrimination? Discrimination is the unfair or unequal treatment of a person or a group because they are part of a defined group, known as a protected class. What is a Protected Class? A protected class is a group of people who share common characteristics and are protected from discrimination and harassment under federal and state laws.Protected classes defined by Washington State Law include: Sex Race/Color Creed/Religion National origin Sexual orientation Gender identity or expression Disability and the use of a trained dog guide or service animal Honorably discharged veteran or military status More information about civil rights requirements for Washington public schools is available in OSPI’s guidelines: Prohibiting Discrimination in Washington Public Schools. To learn more about which state and federal civil rights laws prohibit discrimination in public schools, access the following link: https://www.k12.wa.us/Equity/CivilRights/default.aspx Equity and Civil Rights Resources Available to Families: At the district level, we listen and respond to students and needs in the area of civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.If you would like additional support, please consider those services offered at the state level. OSPI's services includes guidance on state and federal civil rights and nondiscrimination laws. OSPI encourages local resolution to any allegations of discrimination and will provide information and technical assistance for student and parent understanding of local school district policies and procedures related to equal opportunity. Consider the following resources: OSPI will direct students and their families to the appropriate resource for swift and positive resolution of allegations of discrimination within our local public schools. OSPI does not provide legal services or conduct investigations. For more information about Equity & Civil Rights: Para más información sobre Equidad y Derechos Civiles: (360) 725-6162 equity@k12.wa.us 516 Main Street, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone 360-354-4443 | Fax 360-354-7662 Information Contact Us Directions Enrollment Bus Transportation District Inclement Weather Free and Reduced Lunch SafeSchools Alert Training for Subs and Coaches Get Started Benefits Donation Form Family Calendar Assessment Calendar Lynden School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to all youth groups identified in U.S.C., Title 36. The District has designated the following employees to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Tim Metz (metzt@lynden.wednet.edu | 360-354-4443), and Title IX Officer and Section 504 Coordinator Tim Metz (metzt@lynden.wednet.edu | 360-354-4443). Address: 516 Main St., Lynden, WA 98264. Website by SchoolMessenger Presence. © 2021 Intrado Corporation. All rights reserved.