Gender Spectrum has released, Transgender Students and School Bathrooms: Frequently Asked Questions to address many of the common questions that arise for school leaders at the school and district level as they work to create gender-inclusive school environments. Anticipating and listening to these concerns and providing concrete responses to them will allow school officials to successfully respond to the majority of situations related to this topic.
This resource is endorsed and supported by the American School Counselor Association, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, the National Association of School Psychologists, and the National Association of Secondary School Principals.
“While this may be new to some educators, parents, and students, this document builds on the successful experiences of educators throughout the country who have skillfully implemented gender inclusive policies, including those related to bathrooms”, said Joel Baum, Senior Director of Professional Development and Family Services at Gender Spectrum. “Enacting these policies allows school leaders to support the needs of all students.”
Having support at school and acknowledging a student’s right to use the bathroom consistent with their gender identity is critical. A negative school experience not only hinders a transgender student’s academic achievement and growth, but can also interfere with their long-term health and well-being.
- 75.1% of transgender students feel unsafe at school because of their gender expression
- 63.4% of transgender students reported avoiding bathrooms
- 41% of transgender or gender non-conforming people have attempted suicide
Please share this source with any school administrators, educators, or parents that may benefit in understanding the best ways to address common questions.
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Local Resource: Ron Indra, Director, Safe Schools Project of Santa Cruz County, (831) 427-4014 or email