As the mother of a transgender child & as a human that will always stand up for what is right, I will continue to teach my children nothing but kindness, acceptance, love, & raise them with the values that these children need, especially in this scary & sad time in our world.
However, in both personal observations & conversations/stories about kids being bullied or even moving schools because they look “different,” they are treated “different,” has just left an uneasy pit in my stomach. It now raises fears for my two young children whom have many years left to attend Jenkintown School District.
For young STUDENTS to recognize that none of their teachers/coaches are diverse in race, ethnicity, or gender expression is truly eye-opening…I can’t say the same for the ADULTS that do the hiring for these IMPORTANT positions…the ignorance & lack of acknowledgment on this topic is a BIG issue & becoming bigger
It’s time to take action & help our kids feel welcome, accepted, educated, & experience an education in a diverse community. Jenkintown School district’s current learning environment lacks preparation for the real world & more importantly lacks the opportunities for our children to grow confidence in who they were born to be & lacks a sense of security for MANY of our students.
It is time for a change.