How Does DCPS Hire Central Personnel?

I just learned that some of the new ‘hires’ at DCPS Central Office are interns from last summer’s UELIP.

Looking at some of position of these new personnel— I can’t see any “Vacancy Announcement” online. I can’t even recall if there is a verbal announcement for these positions.

Excuse me for not being a law-savvy, but is this legal?

What happened to:

Notice of non-discrimination. In accordance with the DC Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, DC Official Code, §2-1401.01, et seq. (Act), the District of Columbia Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex,age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, source of income or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Equal Employment Opportunity Office, District of Columbia Public Schools, 825 North Capitol Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, (202) 442-5424.

Does it mean NO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, NO DISCRIMINATION?

Does it mean THE POWERS-AT-BE CAN HIRE ANYBODY THEY WANT?

Please enlighten me…