KSDE issues letter to U.S. Department of Education assuring compliance with Title VI, Civil Rights Laws

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April 24, 2025

KSDE issues letter to U.S. Department of Education assuring compliance with Title VI, Civil Rights Laws

TOPEKA - Today, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) issued a letter to the U.S. Department of Education (ED) in response to an April 3^rd request from the ED regarding state compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) regulations in schools across the state to continue receiving federal funding.

KSDE's letter is an assurance to the U.S. Department of Education that the agency and all Kansas Local Education Agencies (LEAs) are in compliance with all federal antidiscrimination statutes and regulations.

In its role as the State Education Agency (SEA), KSDE submitted documentation that indicates a promise that as the applicant for federal funds, KSDE will comply with all federal statutes relating to nondiscrimination including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352).

Additionally, KSDE annually requires LEAs to sign and submit assurances that they comply with all federal and state statutes and regulations regarding nondiscrimination, including, but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

"As public stewards of education in Kansas, we take seriously our responsibility to follow the law and maintain the trust of our communities," said Dr. Randy Watson, Kansas Education Commissioner. "Our agency remains committed to ensuring that federal laws are respected and that all Kansas schools operate within the legal framework."

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