Title VI of the Civil Rights Act · Equal Protection Clause
Education Discrimination — know your rights
Schools receiving federal funds cannot discipline Black students more harshly, track them away from advanced coursework, ignore racial harassment, or deny program access based on race.
Your rights
- Discipline proportionate to what other students receive for the same conduct
- Access to gifted, AP, and advanced programs on equal criteria
- A school that responds to reported racial harassment
- Your child's complete education records (FERPA)
How to file with ED Office for Civil Rights
180 days from the incident.
How to document it
- Request discipline data comparisons in writing — districts must keep records
- Put every complaint to the school in email, never just phone calls
- Request your child's full file before meetings
- Ask for the district's written discipline policy and compare treatment
Document it before you forget the details
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This guide is general legal information, not legal advice. Laws and deadlines vary by state and change over time; confirm details for your situation with a civil rights attorney. IronRecord uses conservative deadline estimates so you file with time to spare.