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Nondiscrimination / Americans with Disabilities Statement
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, Title IX, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information in its programs and activities. These protections apply to students, employees, and other members of the public. FCPS also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. FCPS is committed to equal access and equal opportunity in all services and employment; to include its policies, complaint process, program accessibility, religious accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. FCPS prohibits retaliation against individuals who report allegations of discrimination, file a formal complaint, or participate in the investigative process.
The Department of Human Resources’ director of the Office of Equity and Compliance has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding nondiscrimination policies (e.g. Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Title II of the ADA 1990/ADA Amendments Act of 2008). To file a complaint of discrimination, request disability or religious accommodations, or obtain additional information, please visit the Office of Equity and Compliance online or contact them directly at:
571-423-3050
8115 Gatehouse Road, Suite 2100, Falls Church, VA 22042
HROfficeofEquity&Compliance@fcps.edu
For Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Dial 711 for access to Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS)
Please contact the following for information regarding matters relating to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and equal access to FCPS facilities:
Section 504:
Coordinator, Due Process and Eligibility
703-317-3000
6520 Diana Lane, Suite 14, Alexandria, VA 22310
Dial 711 for access to Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS)
Facilities:
Director, Design and Construction Services
571-423-2280
8115 Gatehouse Road, Suite 3500, Falls Church, VA 22042
Dial 711 for access to Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS)
The following policies and regulations regarding nondiscrimination in employment, educational programs, and services can also be found online:
Policy 1460
Policy 4950
Policy1450
Regulation 1355
Regulation 1451
Regulation 1452
Regulation 1453
Regulation 1461
Regulation 4237
Regulation 4817
Regulation 4950
Regulation 4952
*this list is not inclusive, to access all directives, please visit polices, regulations, and notice
Related Information
Sources for Assistance
Office of Design and Construction Services ( 571-423-2200), regarding access to facilities.
Office of Equity and Compliance (571-423-3060 or TTY 703-914-8115), regarding equal employment opportunity, discrimination, and sexual harassment issues.
Office of Due Process and Eligibility Information (703-317-3030), regarding programs and activities for students with disabilities.
Correspondence may be addressed to the above offices and sent to 8115 Gatehouse Rd., Falls Church, VA 22042.
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is the Federal Agency charged with enforcing the Americans with Disabilities Act. More information about what the DOJ can do for you. To file a complaint with DOJ, visit their web site or, call 1-800-514-0301, TTY 1-800-514-0383.