Overview

• A transgender female athlete won multiple events at the May 14 Naper Prairie Conference middle school track meet in Naperville, sparking community debate.
• Parents voiced opposing views at the May 20 District 203 board meeting, with some advocating for inclusivity and others citing concerns over fairness in girls’ sports.
• Awake Illinois filed a federal civil rights complaint against District 203, alleging violations of Title IX, which prohibits sex-based discrimination.
• District 203 officials stated they follow Illinois Human Rights Act and State Board of Education guidelines, which mandate non-discrimination based on gender identity.
• No policy changes were made at the board meeting, but the district faces ongoing scrutiny and legal challenges over its adherence to state and federal regulations.