ERIC Number: EJ994986
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 16
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ISSN: ISSN-1936-1653
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Is This the Right Elementary School for My Gender Nonconforming Child?
Slesaransky-Poe, Graciela; Ruzzi, Lisa; DiMedio, Connie; Stanley, Jeanne
Journal of LGBT Youth, v10 n1-2 p29-44 2013
This article describes what followed after a mother wondered if the school in her neighborhood was the right elementary school for her gender nonconforming young child. It includes collective and individual narratives from four key players: the mom and teacher educator (Slesaransky-Poe), the school's guidance counselor (Ruzzi), the principal (DiMedio), and the consultant who led the initial professional development (Stanley). It documents and reflects on the work done over five years to transform a great school into a welcoming and inclusive one for gender nonconforming and transgender students. (Contains 2 notes.)
Descriptors: Homosexuality, School Counselors, Educational Environment, Sexual Identity, Gender Issues, Identification (Psychology), Mothers, Elementary Schools, Elementary School Students, Personal Narratives, Principals, Role, Professional Development, Family School Relationship, School Safety, Teamwork, Cooperative Planning, Parent Participation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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