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School Policy
School Policy
Clifton Public Schools pride themselves on embracing the diversity of all people. These values are reflected in state guidance and district policy. Clifton Public Schools is a safe place for LGBTQIA+ children.
Please check our policy and regulations portal for specific policies.
Who should students talk to?
Who should students talk to?
WWMS Designee:
WWMS Designee:
Ms. Melissa Amaniera, SAC
973-470-2313
mamaniera@cliftonschools.net
All counselors within Clifton Public Schools are equipped to provide support for LGBTQIA+ students and their families. Each school has an LGBTQIA+ designee that can provide additional support for these students. As the LGBTQIA+ designee, Ms. Amaniera is responsible for ensuring the LGBTQIA+ community within the school is seen, heard, understood, and protected. She is also responsible for spearheading different projects related to LGBTQIA+, and educating the school community on important laws and related events.
WWMS GSA Club
WWMS GSA Club
LGBTQIA+ Club
LGBTQIA+ Club
LGBTQIA+ Club was created to provide a safe space for LGBTQIA+ and their allies to meet and build community. The LGBTQIA+ Club speerheads the annual Pride recongintion and activities during June. This includes a fundraiser for local LGBTQIA+ organizations.
2024: $265 to OutMontclair
2023: $167.89 to The Trevor Project
2022: $360.50 to The Pride Center of New Jersey
Teacher Resources
Teacher Resources
LGBTQ Lesson Plans
LGBTQ Lesson Plans
The study of the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people and events in history provide opportunities for teachers to reveal stories that few have learned about, and provide students with a new lens by which to understand American history. These are stories that can be shared in every classroom at every grade level alongside the many diverse American histories.
Middle School Lesson Plans based on California Teaching Standards
Garden State Equality and Make it Better for Youth provide free, robust lesson plans and resources available to all New Jersey educators.
Teach the facts about sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, and learn how to advocate for LGBTQ youth. Resources at 'Learning for Justice' can help you shape inclusive policies and empower students.
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