Which law prevents discrimination based on sex in schools?

• A. Title IX
• B. IDEA
• C. FERPA
• D. ADA

Answer: (A)

Sex discrimination in education is addressed by Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any school program or activity that receives federal financial assistance. This means schools must provide equal opportunities in academics, admissions, athletics, and harassment protections for students of all genders. Title IX, part of the Education Amendments of 1972, applies to both K–12 and postsecondary institutions that receive federal funds, ensuring that sex does not determine how students are treated or what opportunities they can pursue. The other laws relate to different protections: IDEA guarantees education services for students with disabilities, FERPA protects the privacy of students' records, and the ADA guards rights for individuals with disabilities in various settings. Thus, the law that directly prevents sex-based discrimination in schools is Title IX.