Non-Discrimination

The Richland School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability is prohibited. This applies to all educational programs, extra-curricular activities, and employment. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: 

• Title IX Coordinator (Personnel): Matt Ellis, Director, Human Resources: Matt.Ellis@rsd.edu 
• Title IX Coordinator (Students): Tory Christensen, Executive Director of Student Services: Tory.Christensen@rsd.edu

• Section 504 Coordinator (Students): Bryan Jones, Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Education: Bryan.Jones@rsd.edu
• Section 504 Coordinator (Personnel): Matt Ellis, Director, Human Resources: Matt.Ellis@rsd.edu
• Section 504 Coordinator (Facilities): Brad Anderson, Director, Operations: Brad.Anderson@rsd.edu

• Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Tory Christensen, Executive Director of Secondary Education: Tory.Christensen@rsd.edu

• Compliance Coordinator: Ken Gosney, Assistant Superintendent of Human Capital and Operations: Ken.Gosney@rsd.edu

The Richland School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact the RSD Special Programs Office at 509-967-6050. 

You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint with the district or OSPI. For a copy of your district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it by clicking the links below.