The Valley View CUSD 365U Board Meeting held on April 14, 2025, featured significant discussions surrounding recent federal complaints regarding Title IX violations and the implications for district policies. The meeting began with public comments, where Shannon Adcock, founder and president of Awake Illinois, addressed the board, emphasizing her organization’s commitment to advocating for children’s rights and safety in schools.

Adcock highlighted a federal Title IX complaint filed against the district, alleging systemic violations related to restroom policies based on biological sex. She asserted that the district's current practices could endanger student safety and risk losing federal funding, estimated at $20 million. Adcock stressed the importance of adhering to federal law, which mandates that no student should face discrimination based on biological sex in educational programs receiving federal assistance.

She pointed out that recent judicial decisions and actions by the Department of Education indicate a shift in how Title IX is interpreted, particularly concerning gender identity. Adcock urged the board to take these developments seriously, warning that failure to comply could lead to severe repercussions for the district.

The meeting also included comments from Laura Hoist, a resident and co-chair of Awake Illinois's Downers Grove chapter, who shared her experiences related to past COVID-19 policies and their impact on students.

Overall, the discussions underscored a growing tension between advocacy groups and school policies regarding gender and safety, with significant implications for the district's future compliance with federal regulations. The board is expected to consider these issues carefully as they navigate the complexities of federal law and community concerns.