Natchitoches Parents and Community,
As many of you have become aware, new Title IX regulations have been adopted by the federal government. These regulations have the potential to have far reaching impacts in our schools. The Board shares the concerns of the community and is taking immediate legal action, along with other districts in the state, to prevent the implementation of these new regulations in Natchitoches Parish Schools. President Benefield will convene a special called meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 5pm in the NPSB Title I Media Center to express the board’s opposition to the proposed changes and to join the State of Louisiana and other Louisiana school districts in a federal lawsuit.
No one disputes that there is always a need and desire to protect all children. Our concern lies in how the new regulations expand Title IX into areas that Congress has intentionally chosen not to address, and with provisions that are grossly inconsistent with Title IX’s history and legislative record.
State Superintendent Dr. Brumley has already informed all Louisiana Superintendents not to change any policies in response to the USDOE announced rule changes. The Board is appreciative of the work of State Superintendent Dr. Brumley, Governor Landry, and Attorney General Liz Murrill for their prompt response and due diligence to address this matter.
Our priorities for Natchitoches Parish schools will remain that student learning is our highest priority and student safety is our greatest responsibility. Attached is our proposed resolution we will vote on tomorrow and Dr. Brumley’s letter to Louisiana Superintendents and School Boards.
Sincerely,
The Natchitoches School Board
NPSB Resolution for Title IX Rules
State Superintendent Brumley's Letter to School System Leaders