FOIA REQUEST: Records Concerning Shawnee Mission School District’s Policies and Practices Concerning Gender Identity
| Agency | Shawnee Mission School District |
|---|---|
| Type | FOIA Request |
| Issue | Title IX |
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| Date | Sep 30, 2025 |
This FOIA request, filed under the Kansas Open Records Act, seeks records from Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) concerning its policies and practices related to student gender identity. It requests the district’s “Transgender Practices & FAQs,” as well as training materials, policies, and communications regarding student access to sex-separated facilities, name/pronoun usage, and parental notification. The request also covers correspondence between SMSD and external organizations, including the Kansas Association of School Boards and NEA affiliates, as well as federal enforcement communications related to Title IX and FERPA.
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