It is the policy of the Jackson County Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by federal laws (Title VI of the civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972) and state law (Michigan Handicappers´ Civil Rights Act and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act). In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English speaking skills is not a barrier to admission or participation.