How Can Schools Accommodate Trans Students? State Ed. Dept. Has New Guide
(DNAINFO) Amy Zimmer — The New York State Education Department released new guidelines to help schools accommodate transgender and gender non-conforming students.
They are intended to help schools foster educational environments that are safe and inclusive, as well as helping them comply with local, state and federal laws concerning bullying, harassment, discrimination and student privacy, according to the document released Monday.
While situations must be addressed on a case-by-case basis, officials said, the guidelines offer real-life examples from New York schools to illustrate potential scenarios and remedies. They note that schools must work closely with students and their families in creating an appropriate plan, since some transgender students might feel more supported and safe if other students are aware of their status, while others don’t even want their parents to know.