Title IX

Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any District program, service, or activity, including, but not limited to, educational programs or activities, e.g., extracurricular activities, student services, academic counseling, discipline, classroom assignment, grading, athletics, transportation, etc.

Unlawful Discriminatory Practices Under Title IX

• Sexual Harassment (unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature)
• Sexual Misconduct/Violence (rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual exploitation, and other forms of nonconsensual sexual activity)
• Stalking (repeatedly following, harassing, threatening, or intimidating, including by telephone, mail, electronic communication, or social media)
• Retaliation (adverse academic or other actions against anyone reporting or participating in an investigation of Title IX allegations)

Reporting Prohibited Behavior 

Members of the school district community who believe that a Title IX violation may have occurred should discuss their concerns and/or file a complaint with the District’s Title IX coordinator.

Training Materials

• HPS Title IX Training 2025-26
• HPS Title IX Training 2024-25
• HPS Title IX Training 2023-24
• HPS Title IX Training 2021-22
• Notice Regarding Title IX Amended Regulations
• HPS Title IX Coordinator Training
• HPS Title IX Decision Maker Training
• Title IX Team Professional Development

The District Assistant Title IX Coordinator is as follows:

The District Title IX Investigators are as follows:

LaShonda Short, Ed.D.
Exceptional Children and Health Services Director
lashonda.short@hattiesburgpsd.com
601-582-5078

Hope Mikell
Pre-Kindergarten – Grade 5 Curriculum Director
Hope.mikell@hattiesburgpsd.com
601-582-5078