Your child has a right to receive an equal education that’s free from discrimination, regardless of their gender identity.

If your child is experiencing discrimination based on their gender identity (which is protected under Title IX), document everything, and reach out to the Office for Civil Rights to make a report.

Resources:

National Center for Transgender Equality–Know Your Rights: Schools

HRC–Welcoming Schools: Summary of Supportive Federal Laws and Constitutional Rights For Transgender Students (PDF)

National Center for Transgender Equality–Fact Sheet on U.S. Department of Education Policy Letter on Transgender Students

US Department of Education–Resources for LGBTQI+ Students

Office for Civil Rights–Contact Information

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