The term educational entity means any of the following entities that receive Federal funds: (A) A State educational agency. (B) A local educational agency. (C) An institution of higher education. (D) An elementary school or secondary school. (E) Another entity covered by title IX, such as a laboratory, library, or museum that provides education programs and activities. (5) Evidence-based The term evidence-based has the meaning given the term in clause (i) or (ii) of section 8101(21)(A) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 7801(21)(A) ). (6) Gender identity The term gender identity means the gender-related identity, appearance, mannerisms, or other gender-related characteristics of an individual, regardless of the individual’s designated sex at birth. (7) National gender equity infrastructure The term national gender equity infrastructure means the horizontal and vertical network of title IX coordinators and title IX allies who work to advance gender equity and eliminate discrimination in the United States. (8) Secretary The term Secretary means the Secretary of Education. (9) Sex The term sex includes— (A) a sex stereotype