What protections exist for pregnant and parenting students under Title IX?

• A. Protection from discrimination, with accommodations and equal access to education and activities.
• B. No specific protections.
• C. Only access to healthcare on campus.
• D. They must take a leave of absence.

Answer: (A)

Pregnant and parenting students have protection from discrimination under Title IX. This means schools cannot treat them unfairly because of pregnancy or parental status and must ensure they have equal access to education and all student activities. The idea is to provide reasonable accommodations so they can continue their education without being penalized for pregnancy or parenting responsibilities. Examples include flexible attendance and deadlines, temporary coursework modifications, and access to campus resources like housing support, childcare, or lactation facilities. Because of these protections, the best answer emphasizes both protection from discrimination and the availability of accommodations that preserve equal access to education and activities.