Russell (2011) reviewed what is known about policies and programs that promote safety for LGBT as well as heterosexual students in schools in United States. School administrators play roles as policy makers, providers of trainings for teachers and resources for students, as well as sponsors of school-based support groups or clubs for LGBT students. Leaders in schools should make non-discrimination and anti-bullying policies which could provide the institutional context for proactive efforts to support LGBT students. Then the institutional backing for school administrators, staff and teachers can create and enforce measures on non-discrimination and anti-bullying measures (Russell, 2011).
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Previous studies found that if the school environment is for academic purposes only and talking about LGBT issues is considered inappropriate, then teachers may avoid the related subjects (Bhana, 2012). Schools now have the opportunity to develop their own curriculum. Stories and books about LGBT issues can be used as teaching resources, and school leaders should encourage communications and discussions with the whole of the school community to address LGBT issues before using this strategy. Materials and Resources from Charities and Organizations can help teachers discuss varying topics based upon questions about LGBT people and their culture, thereby creating a positive school …show more content…
The new point proposed by Blackburn was the consideration to LGBT teachers. Compared with straight teachers, LGBT teachers can play a more important role in education to the LGBT students. Once teachers begin working as allies of LGBT people, they are often surprised at how much homophobia they encounter, not only from their students, but also come from their colleagues (Blackburn, Clark, Kenney, & Smith, 2010). As allies, teachers can combat homophobia through supporting Gay Straight Alliances, advocating for anti-bullying policies, and intergrating LGBT issues into curriculum (Darper, 2012, p. 518). Rensenbrink (1996) did a qualitative study that explores the experience of a lesbian teacher, Rosemary, as she "comes out" to her grade five students. The question of what difference does it make to be a lesbian teacher, for the teacher herself and her students is investigated. The researcher concluded that it does make a positive difference in Rosemay's classroom. She created a "safe place in her classroom where her students can feel safe while they are thinking and acting in ways that may help prepare them for the world outside" (Rensenbrink, 1996, p.268). In Rosemary's room, there seemed to be less fear and broader boundaries (Rensenbrink, 1996, p. 267). A good educator, like Rosemary, will use all
Matt Zalaznick’s article, “Creating Inclusive Climates”, offers suggestions for how schools can support transgender students and improve school climate by educating classmates and faculty about the needs and experiences of transgender children. The need for such education starts at the elementary school level, with many students beginning to identify as being transgender as early as the age of the average kindergartener. Although the implications of Title IX protections state that schools must not discriminate against students on the basis of sex, many districts have strengthened the wording with amendments to include specific wording to include stronger protections for transgender students. Leaders need to ensure that there are adequate district policies in place to prohibit mistreatment of students based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Increased acceptance among the peers of transgender students.
This study explores the lives of sexual minority individuals who have endured childhood physical abuse, and the long term psychological effects in which it creates. This study in particular sampled members who were solely apart of the LGBT community - 112 adult lesbians and 115 gay men to be exact. Childhood physical abuse is well-known to be detrimental as it is closely related to psychological symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Even worse, it is known to arise high risk behaviors such as suicide thoughts, and substance abuse. Furthermore, it is crucial to understand internalized homophobia and experiential avoidance as it too plays a huge role in the current psychological well being of theses individuals. Internalized homophobia, negative societal attitudes towards homosexuality, is known to bridge the gap for gay men and their current symptoms. In contrast, for the sample community of lesbians, experiential avoidance was the mediator for their current
Imagine you were left-handed. How would you feel if you were bullied for this mere reason? What if you had blue eyes and I beat you up in the school yard because of your eye colour? Sounds ridiculous, doesn’t it?
Dilley, Patrick. "Practices and Policies to Control Gay Students." The Review of Higher Education 25.4 (2002): 409-31. Print.
According to a study done by National Youth Association in 2010, 9 out of 10 students in the LGBT community have experienced harassment in school, and over ⅓ of LGBT youth have attempted suicide. More recently, statistics by the Human Rights Campaign (hrc.org) claim that 4 in 10 LGBT youth say that their community is not accepting of LGBT people. In 1998 the Westboro Baptist Church was brought into America’s spotlight when they picketed the funeral of Matthew Shepard, a young man in the LGBT community who had been beaten to death because of his sexuality. Since then, the cruelty of WBC hasn’t ceased to leave many in sickening shock. Bullying, throughout time, has evolved. It’s not just Little Timmy being beaten up for his lunch money anymore. Now, parents are involved. Many religious households raise their children on the beliefs that bullying is A-OK if Little Timmy is a homosexual. Parents ar...
What really grinds my gears is seeing homophobia in the modern world. Yes, I acknowledge that it is seen as a sin—especially in the early times when people believe in witchcraft. Seriously, it’s 2016 and we’re having a little fit over who uses what bathroom? We’re having worse things going on! We have ISIS, we have a potential war coming up, we have school shootings and gang violence, and worse of all we have the possibility of Trump being our president and people are losing their marbles over who uses what bathroom? It’s just a bathroom! If it makes you so uncomfortable to go into a bathroom that is gender neutral, then don’t use it! Simple! Being a gay boy in school made me uncomfortable going to the boy’s bathroom/locker room. I grew up in a small town—Oroville, WA—where homosexuality wasn’t really seen, and some people felt uncomfortable by it. I hated going to the boy’s bathroom/locker room because I constantly felt I didn’t belong with them, but I didn’t belong with the girls either…I didn’t know where I belonged. I felt if I went into the boy’s bathroom/locker room, then they would judge me or feel uncomfortable with me in there—I used to think that boy’s hated me in there because they felt that I was looking at them or checking them out
Approximately 300 million people live in the United States, and of the 300 million people, nine million people have identified themselves as homosexual. This number could be even higher since not every individual has identified themselves as homosexual. At least nine million people are subject to prejudice, hatred, or discrimination because of stereotypes society has placed on them. Stereotyping has led to discrimination, hatred, and prejudice of homosexuals. This extreme and irrational aversion toward homosexuality or homosexuals is called homophobia and is a major social problem.
No one should have to be judged by what they want to be whether it is gay, lesbian, bisexual, or hetero-sexual we are all the same no matter what we feel on the inside. All most all schools say a girl cannot play a boy sport because they will get hurt; girls should be able to play whatever sport they want to know matter what the outcome may be. Also, every school has the rule no sexual relationship between teacher and students because they follow the rule of boundaries between teacher and student. Do you agree that students and teachers should not be able to date each other? Do you all agree that people should be allowed to date whoever they want? Do you hate feminism or do you agree with feminism? If we let these issues go with kids will continue to stay in the closet, never becoming who they truly are meant to be, and a teacher will hurt a
Most Americans said they think gay teachers should be fired, not only is that unfair dismissal, and discrimination. But what is it teaching the children? Functionalists say the main function of a family is to help educate children in social behaviour required by society. If they believe society is based on consensus then why are they encouraging conflict? Bibliography www.cs.cmu.edu/afs/cs.cmu.edu/user/scotts/domestic-partners/family.html www.familydiscussions.com/books/gillis.htm www.puclicagenda.org Family, Functionalism, and New Right Donnellan C, Sexuality Volume 23 Silva, E
It is important to present LGBT in a positive light before parents, classmates, and media influence their perceptions. The movie “It’s Elementary” does a great job showing the positive reaction kids have to presenting LGBT issues in the school system. The documentary showed that all age groups can benefit from these lessons. For example, a heterosexual, 8th grade social studies teacher felt it was very important to teach his students to be respectful and not afraid of their sexuality. This teacher started his lesson by asking students to share stereotypes.
Martino, Wayne, and Wendy Cumming-Potvin. "They Didn't Have 'Out There' Gay Parents--They Just Looked Like "Normal" Regular Parents": Investigating Teachers' Approaches To Addressing Same-Sex Parenting And Non-Normative Sexuality In The Elementary School Classroom." Curriculum Inquiry 41.4 (2011): 480-501. ERIC. Web. 20 Mar. 2014.
Most students are against the same school. They want to flirt with the cute guy in math or ask the shy girl in history for a pencil, even if they already have one. Same-sex classrooms provide a multitude of benefits, because they promote better behavior, higher grades, improved self-esteem, and are able to cater to a student’s needs. The same classes make it possible for teachers to cater to student needs in a more efficient way. In general, boys benefit from hands-on learning, but girls benefit from calm discussions (Mullins 3).
Baker, Jean M. How Homophobia Hurts Children: Nurturing Diversity at Home, at School, and in the Community. New York: Harrington Park, 2002. Print.
The LGBT community consists of those who consider themselves lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender. The community is that of your students and your neighbors. They’re ages prime and odd with heights low and high. Microorganisms of innocence and a different air are born and so soon a subject of tribute to a bias life. For example, religion is predominantly introduced at a young age through upbringings and surroundings.
...that school officials can be held responsible if they fail to take steps to protect gay and lesbian students from antigay harassment. The changing educational climate has created a need for school leaders to identify tools, and strategies and programs that will enhance the success of all students. The decision making process used by administration also impacts how other in the organization view them (Dalton, 2006).