§302A-464 - Equity in athletics; rules and implementation. - Hawaii Statutes

     [§302A-464]  Equity in athletics; rules and implementation.  (a)  By July 1, 2001, the superintendent shall define equity in athletics for all public high schools and shall recommend rules for appropriate enforcement mechanisms to ensure equity.  The superintendent shall develop a strategic plan containing recommendations and a timetable to achieve equity.  Those recommendations relating to use of existing personnel, equipment, resources, and facilities shall be commenced and continued by the expiration of the advisory commission.  The recommendations shall include, but not be limited to:

     (1)  A determination of an equitable rate of participation of males and females in athletics at public high schools; and

     (2)  A determination of the appropriate use of revenues when making decisions about the equitable use of funds for support of athletic activities.  In making this determination, the advisory commission shall consider all funds received and expended for athletic promotion or support, including revenues from direct-support organizations.

     (b)  Indicators shall be developed and benchmarks shall be established to measure progress toward goals. [L 2000, c 229, pt of §1]