Athletic Programs (Self-Evaluation)

State law (Chapter 28A.640 and WAC 392-190-030) requires each school district to evaluate its recreational and athletic program at least once each year to ensure that equal opportunities are available to male and female students in interscholastic, club, or intramural athletics which are operated, sponsored, or otherwise provided by the school district. Districts are required to submit a summary of the results from their annual self-evaluation to OSPI via the Equity Assurance Report on iGrants (package 447).

We have developed worksheets to support school districts’ efforts with this process. School districts may choose to develop their own forms and methods in collecting data at the team and building level -- as long as all areas of the components are evaluated and documented.

STEP 1
Team Worksheet (Word)
Coaches self-evaluate their team’s opportunities in all categories.

• Accommodation of Interests and Abilities
• Coaching and Tutoring
• Equipment and Supplies
• Scheduling
• Facilities
• Medical Services and Training
• Publicity and Awards
• Travel and Per Diem

STEP 2
Building Worksheet (Word)
Assigned person at the building level compiles the self-evaluation data reported by each team.

STEP 3
District Worksheet (Word)
Assigned person at the district level compiles the self-evaluation data reported by each building.

Additional Resources

• OSPI Guidelines: Annual Evaluation of Athletic Programs (PDF)
• FAQ for Evaluating Equity in Athletic Programs (PDF)
• Understanding Budget and Booster Clubs (PDF)
• Understanding the Three Part Test for Equity in Athletics (PDF)
• Dear Colleague Letter - The Three-Part Test, Part Three (U.S. Department of Education, April 20, 2010)
• Dear Colleague Letter - Athletic Activities Counted for Title IX Compliance (U.S. Department of Education, September 17, 2008)