Great Hearts Texas is committed to providing an educational environment in which all students are treated with dignity and respect. In accordance with federal and state law, the Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, or any other status protected by law in its educational programs, services, or activities.

This commitment to equal educational opportunity applies to all aspects of school operations, including admissions, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and access to school services and facilities.

Great Hearts Texas complies with applicable civil rights laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as well as the nondiscrimination provisions governing open-enrollment charter schools under the Texas Education Code.

As required by Title IX, Great Hearts Texas does not (and is required not to) discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. This non-discrimination requirement applies to admission to and employment with Great Hearts Texas. Inquires on issues related to Title IX may referred to the Title IX Coordinator (identified below), to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.

Individuals who believe they have experienced discrimination or unequal treatment may report concerns through the appropriate compliance coordinator(s) listed above or through the grievance procedures described in this handbook. Retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or participate in an investigation is strictly prohibited. Great Hearts Texas will take reasonable steps to ensure meaningful access to school information for parents and guardians with limited English proficiency, including providing translation or interpretation services when feasible.

District ADA / Section 504 Coordinator:

Diane Jones | Senior Director of Special Student Services
Great Hearts Texas | 1212 Corporate Drive., STE 200 | Irving, TX 75038
P: 469-759-3030 | Diane.Jones@greatheartstxschools.org

District Title IX Coordinator:

Brandon Aniol | Senior Manager of Governance, Compliance, and Special Projects
Great Hearts Texas | 12500 San Pedro Ave., Ste. 500, San Antonio, TX 78216
P: 210-888-9475 | Brandon.Aniol@GreatHeartsTXSchools.org

Resources:

Title I Parental Engagement Policy
Title I Parental Survey
Title IX Training Materials
Title IX Grievance Process
USDA Non-Discrimination Statement