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Deer Park ISD hears public push to back WIAA eligibility changes; staff warns of OSPI legal risks
Summary
Multiple public commenters urged the Deer Park School Board to adopt a resolution opposing WIAA rules that allow students to compete consistent with their gender identity; district staff outlined WIAA amendment options and warned that OSPI has cautioned districts against actions that could limit student access under state nondiscrimination rules.
Public commenters urged the Deer Park School Board on Monday to back changes to Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) rules on transgender participation in girls' sports and to join other districts pressing amendments.
"Please put in writing a resolution to stand against the WIAA rules that allow students to play for the team, 'that is consistent with their gender identity,' and unify with other Washington State Schools that are seeking to amend the WIAA rules," public commenter Megan Ware told the board. Students and parents echoed concerns about competitive fairness and urged the district to take a proactive stance.
Superintendent and district staff briefed…
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