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This resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Education to take the necessary steps to officially recognize competitive cheerleading as a sport under Title IX, a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in educational programs receiving federal funding, including athletics. The resolution highlights that competitive cheerleading has evolved into a highly athletic activity comparable to other varsity sports, with established rules, governing bodies like USA Cheer, and growing participation. By recognizing cheerleading as a Title IX sport, the resolution aims to ensure that high school cheer athletes in Hawaii receive equitable access to resources such as qualified coaching, training support, facilities, and safety measures, thereby promoting gender equity in school sports.