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Virginia implemented new anti-transgender policies for schools, but Fairfax County Public Schools will not comply with them. The new policies go against federal law by restricting bathroom access for transgender students and allowing teachers to ignore using students' chosen names and pronouns. Studies show that affirming policies help transgender students feel safer and have better educational outcomes. FCPS affirmed its commitment to protecting transgender students and allowing them to fully participate as their authentic selves. The policies have faced opposition from residents, students, and civil rights groups who argue they violate nondiscrimination laws and harm transgender youth. Superintendent Reid echoed that affirming policies are critical to providing quality education for all students. Overall, the new state policies have ignited debate around balancing students' welfare with claims of parental rights.

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[-] darq@kbin.social 62 points 1 year ago

Good. Student welfare and learning environment comes first. More places should refuse to enforce conservative's ridiculous crusade.

[-] shininghero@kbin.social 22 points 1 year ago

I agree, but I have this sinking feeling that the politicians above them are going to find some way to punish or force Fairfax County into compliance. They'll probably slash education funds or replace the superintendent in retaliation.

[-] darq@kbin.social 31 points 1 year ago

And I hope the community disobedience continues in response. If they replace the superintendent, just completely refuse to acknowledge them, shun them from every aspect of life these parents have any control over.

I know it's not simple. But I think it's time people start to make enforcing their nonsense as miserable and resource-intensive as possible.

[-] Pips@lemmy.film 12 points 1 year ago

Look at what Texas did to HISD: took it over claiming "poor outcomes" despite it being one of the best districts in the state. I'm not sure how it works in Virginia but they may try something similar.

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