LGBTQ+ Support
What I have noticed about school for the LGBTQ+ community
Our school should be a place where we should be able to express ourselves, not a place where we should hide, especially in school. We should be able to express our sexualtiy but if we say what our sexuallity is many others will think that it's wrong. People love to judge us for who we choose to be. A person said that we would offend other people with pride flags but does that person even realize that many people are scared to come out, that person is making many feel self conscious of what we believe in? Does the person realize that school should be a safe place for what we believe is right for us. One day in math a student called another student the f slur when the person was walking in for just wearing a crop top. Does anyone realize that with people not being able to express themselves and getting bullied for what they choose to be they commit suicde. Many people who are part of the LGBTQ+ community will commit suicide for not being welcomed. What I have researched is about people between the ages of 13-24 commit suicide because they never got welcomed. Do people ever realize what it ever feels like not to be welcomed by anyone and be called names that are offensive.
We need a change. People should be accepted no matter what or who they choose to be!! We should not hide or be afraid so stop making us afraid!!
From,
Anonymous
What I have noticed about school for the LGBTQ+ community
Throughout the years specifically middle school boys tend to use the repetitive gay insult towards others. While the LGBTQ+ is undoubtedly more accepted than before, people still struggle to come out, I personally know people that haven’t come out yet because it’s truly difficult, and I also know people that have and are still harassed because of it. However, using the word “gay” as an insult makes it harder for people trying to come out and accept themselves. Honestly I believe people should respect one another regardless of their race, religion or sexuality. You love who you love and others shouldn’t have a say in your love life.
From,
Anonymous
What I have noticed about school for the LGBTQ+ community
I was witness to a lively and respectful sharing of diverse opinions regarding pride month. Different views were expressed and through a healthy interaction these many views were considered and common grounds were reached. I was proud of the participants, it is difficult to engage when it is an emotionally charged topic.
From Anonymous
What I have noticed about school for the LGBTQ+ community
It used to be a lot worse 15 years ago.. I had a student male called names by older boys calling him slurs and never say it in front of adults. More of a acceptance as the years have gone on and once and awhile I hear some comments but not always.
From Mrs.Pacette
What I have noticed about school for the LGBTQ+ community
Students often say words that they don't really know what it means and I have to correct them. Some other students deliberately say it. I think in general our student body in general is more supportive of them. Older students have more knowledge than the teachers now. We are coming a long way no than we did 20 years ago.
From Mr.Pierce