MEA SRJ - LGBTQ+ Inclusive Practices

LGBTQ+ Inclusive Practices

Mesa District Resources:

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Course: (register on Grow if it's available): To Teach Me, You Have to Know Who I Am: LGBTQ Inclusive Practices #11260

Guidelines for Support of Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Students

Support Checklist for Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Students

NEA Resources:

LGBTQ+ Support & Protection | NEAOur LGBTQ+ students need us to ensure our schools are places where all students are protected and empowered.

NEA has an LGBTQ+ Caucus:

Micro-Credentials | NEAA micro-credential is a short, competency-based recognition. NEA offers over 175 micro-credentials that have been created by educators for educators.

NEA's Certification Bank

MEA members have access to FREE Micro-Credentials training including Supporting LGBTQ Students

Other LGBTQ+ Resources for Learning:

The Safe Zone Project: Free LGBTQ+ Curriculum, Activities, & Resources!The Safe Zone Project is a free online resource for creating powerful, effective LGBTQ+ awareness and ally training workshops. Download our free, ready-to-rock 2-hour curriculum to get started!

Educator resources from A Queer Endeavor University of Colorado Boulder

A Guide to Being an Ally to Transgender and Nonbinary Youth – The Trevor ProjectAn introductory educational resource that covers topics and best practices on how to support transgender and nonbinary young people.

Inclusive Curriculum Guide

Ready, Set, Respect! Elementary Toolkit

Student and GSA Resources

ArizonaOur state pages allow you to find local programs, events, news, and discover any local steering committees to join. You can use our databases to learn…

homepageCreating Safe and Welcoming Schools HRC Foundation’s Welcoming Schools is the most comprehensive bias-based bullying prevention program in the nation to…

LGBTQ+ Definitions for ChildrenWhen children ask about LGBTQ+ words, it is often best to offer simple and direct answers. Here are some possible responses and ideas to keep in mind when defining terms for children.

Gender IdentityGender identity is how a person feels and who they know them self to be when it comes to their gender. There are more than two genders, even though in our society the genders that are most recognized are male and female (called the gender binary) and usually is based on someone’s anatomy (the genitals …

Gender & Sexual IdentityTeach the facts about sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, and learn how to advocate for LGBTQ youth. Whether you're just becoming familiar with gender diversity or ready to start a gay-straight alliance at your school, our resources can help you and your colleagues shape inclusive policies and empower vulnerable students.

Toolkit for LGBT Best PracticesFrom December 1993 through September 2011, the U.S. military allowed gay and lesbian service members to serve in the armed forces as long as they didn’t disclose their sexual orientation.

Gender-Inclusive BiologyThis website offers examples of adapting curriculum to NGSS and gender-inclusive standards, as well as resources for advocating to administration and others. We are three science teachers establishing an evergreen resource for the many educators across the world who are trying new ideas in hopes tha

Click here for resources on understanding gender.

Support for LGBTQ Youth - one•n•tenEmpower LGBTQ youth by joining us today. Discover resources and support at one•n•ten. Act now!

A Framework for Safe and Successful SchoolsEvidence-based policies and practices for improving school safety and increasing access to mental health supports for children and youth.

The LGBTQ+ resources at the site above have been removed from the Arizona Department of Education website by the current administation. The links from that site are on this page.

The site below was also removed by the current administration at ADE. It is currently not available.

2021 Pride Month #22021 Pride Month

MyPronouns.org Resources on Personal PronounsPronouns Matter Learn More

5 Ways To Make Classrooms More InclusiveLGBTQ students are more likely to be bullied, which can lead to missed classes and a higher risk of suicide. For them, a teacher who knows how to "queer" the classroom can make a big difference.

ResourcesSchuyler is an internationally-celebrated inspirational speaker, author and advocate for transinclusion, body acceptance, and mental health awareness.

Home | Just SchoolsJust Schools envisions healthy K-12 school communities free from discrimination where students, families, educators, and neighbors can thrive and succeed with joy, regardless of where you live or who you are. We work to dismantle barriers and drive systemic change in education. We engage in public advocacy and activate school community members through education and collective action.

Saga TucsonSaga Tucson is a hub for equality, gender inclusivity, and advocacy, uplifting marginalized voices through community, education, and action.

LGBTQ+ Student Resources And SupportMany LGBTQ+ youth have experienced cyberbullying. Discover things you can do to maximize support for LGBTQ+ teens and college students.

Mental Health Support

Support HomepageThe Trevor Project is a non-profit suicide prevention organization that provides 24/7 crisis support services, research, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ young people.

New Study Reveals Shocking Rates of Attempted Suicide Among Trans…Harrowing statistics from a study revealed alarming levels of attempted suicide among transgender youth.

Suicide Thoughts and Attempts Among Transgender Adults

Mental Health of Transgender Children Who Are Supported in Their Identities

Home | Teen LifelineTeen Lifeline is a suicide prevention nonprofit & 24/7 crisis peer hotline for teens. We work to prevent teen suicide in AZ through enhancing resiliency in youth & fostering supportive communities.

Books

Book lists from Welcoming Schools

Trans, Nonbinary and GNC Voices to Help you Celebrate Pride | The New York Public LibraryMore than 200 stories of trans and gender non-conforming lives.

Annotated list of transgender and non-binary themed materials

LGBTQ | Social Justice BooksTeaching for Change carefully selects the best multicultural and social justice books for children, young adults, and educators.

Professional Reading

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