Transgender Bathroom Rights in K-12 Public Education

Author

Carrieann OliveroFollow

Date of Award

Fall 10-8-2024

Degree Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

EdD Education Leadership, Management and Policy

Department

Education Leadership, Management and Policy

Advisor

Daniel Gutmore, PhD

Committee Member

David Reid, PhD

Committee Member

Patrick Kiernan, EdD

Keywords

Policy Analysis, Title IX, Equal Protection

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to interpret the sex-based classifications in Title IX and the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment. Between 2016 and 2022, how have circuit courts interpreted the Equal Protection Clause of the 14^th Amendment and the sex-based classifications of Title IX. The study will attempt to answer the following research questions: Does the Equal Protection Clause of the 14^th Amendment relate to transgender bathroom rights? The sex-based classifications of Title IX (of ESSA) as it is applied to transgender bathroom rights? Both the 14^th Amendment and Title IX as applied to bathroom rights rulings in K-12 public schools? The public policy analysis will review and examine the existing legislation, case law regarding bathroom rights in schools, and circuit court outcomes involving such rules with a post hoc analysis.

Recommended Citation

Olivero, Carrieann, "Transgender Bathroom Rights in K-12 Public Education" (2024). Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs). 3210.
https://scholarship.shu.edu/dissertations/3210