Legal Compliance
It is the policy of the White County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in its educational programs or employment policies as required by Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (1972 Educational Amendments), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The White County Board of Education maintains a policy of equal educational, athletic, and employment opportunities. The White County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its programs and activities. If students and/or parents have concerns, then they should bring such concerns, in writing, to the attention of the principal. If employees have concerns, then they should bring such concerns, in writing, to the attention of their immediate supervisor.
Inquiries or complaints regarding compliance with Title VI, Title IX, or the Americans with Disability Act should be directed to:
Title VI and Title IX Coordinator for White Co. School System
Dr. Larry Thompson
576 Hale Street, Sparta, TN 38583
larry.thompson@whitecoschools.net
931-836-2229 and/or
Lesley D. Farmer, ESQ, Director
Office of Civil Rights
Tennessee Department of Education and/or
The Office of Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
61 Forsyth S.W., Suite 19T70
Atlanta, GA 30303-3104
(404) 562-6350
Inquiries or complaints regarding Section 504 should be directed to:
Section 504 Coordinator for White Co. School System
Marcie Kinnard
576 Hale Street, Sparta, TN 38583
marcie.kinnard@whitecoschools.net
931-836-2229 and/or
The Office of Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
61 Forsyth W.W., Suite 19T70
Atlanta, GA 30303-3104
(404) 974-9406