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Your rights in Education and Schools
What are your basic rights in education and schools?
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Children have the right to to free public education in Washington.
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You have the right to free speech in schools and in education.
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You have the right to freedom of religion.
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You have the right to freedom from discrimination.
Where to call if you experience discrimination in education
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Seattle Public School Title IX Coordinator: (206) 252-0367
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WA OSPI Equity Civil Rights Office: (360) 725-6162
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U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights: (206) 607-1600
Every school district in WA has a primary contact person for the anti-harassment, intimidation, and bullying policy.
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This person receives copies of all formal and informal complaints and ensures policy implementation.
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Find your district's contact for bullying here.
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