It is our District's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. Our school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
Hopkins Public Schools is committed to an inclusive educational program and school climate that affirms the value and supports the full development of individual students. This commitment is expressed through the District's mission and strategic priorities; the Equity Strategy Plan; the Equal Opportunity Policy; the Offensive Behavior Policy; and through compliance with state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, public assistance status, family care leave status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or disability, including the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. Equal opportunity includes:
- Curriculum and instructional resources that reflect the history, culture, and perspectives of our diverse society.
- Instruction that reflects understanding of, respect for, and sensitivity to student diversity and how this diversity may affect learning.
- Identification, evaluation, and appropriate education services for learners who have disabilities within the definition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
- A school environment that is free of harassment and violence, and that supports each student's opportunity to develop positive self-esteem and experience a sense of belonging.
- A staff development program that supports and promotes the principles of diversity education and inclusion.
- A staff that increasingly reflects the diversity of the District's student population.
- Equitable opportunities to participate in athletic and other activities, and fairness in scheduling facilities and financial support.
- Discipline that is administered fairly.
- Access to employment and promotional opportunities.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
