Degree Date
6-2019
Document Type
Dissertation - Public Access
Degree Name
Ed.D. Doctor of Education
Academic Discipline
Educational Leadership
First Advisor
Dr. Sandra Stringer
Second Advisor
Dr. Harrington Gibson
Third Advisor
Dr. Kamau Rashid
Abstract
The purpose of this policy advocacy paper is to encourage the State of Illinois to implement a statewide policy on how school districts can best support students undergoing a gender transition. It has been proven that students in the LGBTQ community are subject to more harassment and bullying than their straight, cisgender peers. It is incumbent on schools to provide a safe, caring environment for all students. This policy was analyzed from educational, economic, social, legal, and ethical points of view. The implementation of this policy will help to guide students who are struggling with their gender identity by helping them through many of the items that are within the control of the school, allowing them to direct more energy to the socialization challenges they will be facing. The expected impact of the implementation of this policy was also included.
Recommended Citation
McElligott, Rob, "Policy Advocacy: Transgender Students in a Public School Setting" (2019). Dissertations. 387.
https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/387