Fsb Policy Pros And Cons
Write-Up
Black = our own
Green = articles
Blue = Christie
According to O’Conor (1995), gay and lesbian teens are one of the most at-risk groups in high schools, are at risk of failure, underachievement, and also face a higher risk of suicide, harassment, and violence (p. 13 as cited in Talburt, 2004). Thus, they do not have equal access to learning opportunities (Talburt, 2004). We think this is a serious issue and therefore, the policy we have decided to address is on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in the Vancouver school board. We also chose the VSB policy to analyze because they have been very proactive in this area of human rights. According to the SOGI website, the VSB was ahead of the province by enacting SOGI policies in 2004 …show more content…
This policy also takes into account of the psychological well-being of the LGBTTQ+ students, it covers confidentiality and individuality. Overall, it is a good starting point for a policy and incorporates good ideals. It encourages teachers to be open-minded, to be respectful of students’ differences, and raises awareness. Other positives are the inclusive nature of this policy, ranging from families, to counseling, to even pronouns and how to include a sense of safe space for students that are part of the intersex or transgendered community. There is also a glossary that is included in the bottom of the policy, which serves to inform teachers of definitions which can further educate them and aid them in teaching. This aspect works well with part C of the policy, which dictates that teachers are to be supported and trained to include aspects of LGBTTQ+ into the school environment and in curriculum, to support students, and to address behaviour that is seen as discriminatory. This works across the board and includes working to bring in parents/families/guardians and even communities so that they may all be informed and can work together to create safer …show more content…
What this means is that regardless of the potential shortcomings of the VSB’s protection of students outside of school hours, they are now protected under this bill. This should give students the protections that they need to feel safer in all areas of their lives. Although, there is nothing that will entirely eradicate the bullying of those that do not fall under the dominant, heteronormative ideologies, there are protections for when this does
Black = our own
Green = articles
Blue = Christie
According to O’Conor (1995), gay and lesbian teens are one of the most at-risk groups in high schools, are at risk of failure, underachievement, and also face a higher risk of suicide, harassment, and violence (p. 13 as cited in Talburt, 2004). Thus, they do not have equal access to learning opportunities (Talburt, 2004). We think this is a serious issue and therefore, the policy we have decided to address is on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in the Vancouver school board. We also chose the VSB policy to analyze because they have been very proactive in this area of human rights. According to the SOGI website, the VSB was ahead of the province by enacting SOGI policies in 2004 …show more content…
This policy also takes into account of the psychological well-being of the LGBTTQ+ students, it covers confidentiality and individuality. Overall, it is a good starting point for a policy and incorporates good ideals. It encourages teachers to be open-minded, to be respectful of students’ differences, and raises awareness. Other positives are the inclusive nature of this policy, ranging from families, to counseling, to even pronouns and how to include a sense of safe space for students that are part of the intersex or transgendered community. There is also a glossary that is included in the bottom of the policy, which serves to inform teachers of definitions which can further educate them and aid them in teaching. This aspect works well with part C of the policy, which dictates that teachers are to be supported and trained to include aspects of LGBTTQ+ into the school environment and in curriculum, to support students, and to address behaviour that is seen as discriminatory. This works across the board and includes working to bring in parents/families/guardians and even communities so that they may all be informed and can work together to create safer …show more content…
What this means is that regardless of the potential shortcomings of the VSB’s protection of students outside of school hours, they are now protected under this bill. This should give students the protections that they need to feel safer in all areas of their lives. Although, there is nothing that will entirely eradicate the bullying of those that do not fall under the dominant, heteronormative ideologies, there are protections for when this does