Navigating Title IX & Transgender Students in Athletics: Guidelines, Complexities & Compliance

Description  Overview As an educator with 40 years of experience in higher education administration and teaching, Dr. Jim Castagnera is uniquely positioned to explore the complex issues surrounding transgender student-athletes. In this webinar, he will examine how the rules regarding transgender student participation in competitive sports are evolving. He will analyze recent developments, such as the Department of Education's proposed Title IX revisions and state legislators' introduction of anti-trans bills. He will argue that 2023 is a pivotal year in which a national policy is established or individual states pioneer their own paths. Regardless of the outcome, every educator must understand this urgent topic.Dr. Castagnera will explain that in April, the Department of Education proposed rule changes to affirm Title IX's goal of equal opportunity in athletics. After two years of stakeholder outreach, the Department found that schools, students, parents, and coaches face uncertainty about transgender student inclusion in sports. The proposed rules aim to provide much-needed clarity. However, some states are enacting laws targeting transgender students' sports participation. As policies develop, educators at all levels must follow this critical issue that will ultimately impact every school and university. With his extensive experience and insights, Castagnera is uniquely poised to cut through the confusion and complexity surrounding transgender student-athletes. His webinar will be essential for K-12 and higher education professionals seeking to understand the key issues, advocates, and evolving laws shaping this important debate. Objectives Gain a comprehensive understanding of current federal and state laws Evaluate both sides of ongoing controversy and the advocates involved in legal dispute Learn about the most effective approaches to follow during period of legislative and regulatory changes Learn about the most effective approaches to follow during litigation uncertainty Who Should Attend Administration Enrollment Management Faculty Human Resources Online Learning Student Services/Affairs K-12 School-Board Members, School District Central Administration & Principals Athletic coaches, athletics directors, and other sports program administrators at all levels Any educator interested in learning more about Title IX regulations on students' athletes