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The article discusses the Gender Support Process implemented by the Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) to support transgender students. The process involves using a student's preferred name and pronouns, providing access to gender-neutral restrooms, maintaining confidentiality about their gender, and allowing them to change their name and gender marker on school records. The SFPS Office of Student Wellness plays a crucial role in facilitating this support. The article emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ students, as high rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide attempts are observed among transgender and nonbinary youth. The work done by SFPS and organizations like the New Mexico Genders and Sexualities Alliance Network is seen as vital in supporting LGBTQ+ youth and helping them succeed academically and socially. [Extracted from the article] |
