Transgender Youth by Mary Barker https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7 Legal and Ethical Principals en-us 2022-07-13 23:29:02 UTC 2025-05-04 08:24:58 UTC hello@padlet.com mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246427623
The lack of knowledge regarding transgender individuals is a social justice issue school counselors must educate themselves on in order to serve this oppressed and vulnerable population to create change and equality.
I chose this topic because as a teacher, I had a personal experience with a transgender student two years ago. Living in a small, rural town, our district has not had any transgender students and do have the education, skills, or training needed to ensure they are provided a safe, accepting environment at school. I became this students advocate and have continued to educate myself regarding laws, policies, and ethical principles. It is now my goal to educate staff, students, and all stakeholders on this subject. 




]]> 2022-07-19 22:40:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246427623 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246516180 The ASCA’s position regarding school counselors and transgender youth state that it is a school counselors duty to safeguard their wellbeing. They should advocate that they be treated equally and fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from bullying or harassment. They go on to state that school counselors should collaborate with school personnel to address the district's operations, programs, and policies that may put these students at risks (ASCA, 2022). 

https://www.schoolcounselor.org/Standards-Positions/Position-Statements/ASCA-Position-Statements/The-School-Counselor-and-Transgender-Gender-noncon

Reference: 

The School Counselor and Gender Equity - American School Counselor Association (ASCA). (2022). Retrieved 15 July 2022, from https://www.schoolcounselor.org/Standards-Positions/Position-Statements/ASCA-Position-Statements/The-School-Counselor-and-Gender-Equity



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  • President Barack Obama’s Education Department declared that sexual orienatation and gender identity were protecred under Title IX
  • These laws were not observed under President Trump
  • President Biden's administration have proposed these rights for LGBTQ be codified (Bellows, 2022)

    • https://www.chronicle.com/article/for-transgender-students-title-ix-changes-could-reopen-doors-closed-under-trump

    Reference: 

    Bellows, K. (2022). For Transgender Students, Title IX Changes Could Reopen Doors Closed Under Trump. Retrieved 14 July 2022, from https://www.chronicle.com/article/for-transgender-students-title-ix-changes-could-reopen-doors-closed-under-trump



    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246516827     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246519665 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it unlawful to discriminate against someone on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity) or religion (1964). 

    https://www.dol.gov/agencies/oasam/civil-rights-center/statutes/civil-rights-act-of-1964#:~:text=241).,hiring%2C%20promoting%2C%20and%20firing.

    Reference: 

    Civil Rights Act of 1964 § 7, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq (1964).



    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:20:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246519665     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246520510 The Women’s Educational Equity Act of 1974 passed by the United States Congress outlining federal protections against the gender discrimination of women in education. Established within the Office of Education to help provide educational equity for women in the United States (1973). 

    . http://www.congress.gov/

    Reference: 

    H.R. 11149-93rd Congress (1973-1974): Women’s Educational Act. (1973, October). http://www.congress.gov/

    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:21:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246520510     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246521285 This order prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, and status as a parent in federally conducted education and training programs (2000). 

    https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2001/01/18/01-1494/executive-order-13160-guidance-document-ensuring-equal-opportunity-in-federally-conducted-education


    Reference: 

    3 CFR 13160- Content Details -CFR-2001-title3-vol1-eo13160



    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:22:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246521285     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246523359 Forth Worth ISD campus administrators, guidance counselors and other educators, are directed to insure a safe and supportive environment for transgender students and their parent(s)/guardian(s). Campus administrators, guidance counselors and educators are expected to consider the needs of transgender students and their families on a case by case basis. School administrators, guidance counselors and educators shall engage with parent(s)/guardian(s) and work collaboratively with them and the student to develop individual support plans ("Fort Worth ISD Transgender Student Guideline", 2022)

    Reference:

    https://www.fwisd.org/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleinstanceid=4714&dataid=2590&FileName=FWISD_Transgender_Student_Safety_Guideline_1.pdf



    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:24:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246523359     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246524431 This standard states that certified school counselors promote academic success for all learners by acknowledging, respecting, and responding to diversity while building similarities that bond all students. The school counselor advocates for a  school environment in which diversity is acknowledged and respected, resulting in positive interactions across all cultures, genders, ethnicities, and learning styles (Texas Educators' Code of Ethics (19 TAC § 239.15)

    Reference: 

    Texas Administrative Code. (n.d.). Retrieved July 15, 2022, from https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.ViewTAC?tac_view=4&ti=25&pt=1&ch=296



    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:25:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246524431     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246525282 (e) Standard IV. Learner-Centered Equity and Excellence for All Learners: The certified school counselor promotes academic success for all learners by acknowledging, respecting, and responding to diversity while building on similarities that bond all people. The certified school counselor must:

    (2) advocate for a school environment in which diversity is acknowledged and respected, resulting in positive interactions across all cultures, genders, ethnicities, and learning styles ("American Ethical Standards for School Counselors", 2022),

    Transgender students are often the victims of bullying and harrassement. It is critical that school counselors advocate for this vulnerable group of students by encouraging a safe and affirming school environment. 

    Reference:

    American Ethical Standards for School Counselors. (2022). Retrieved 15 July 2022, from https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/44f30280-ffe8-4b41-9ad8-f15909c3d164/EthicalStandards.pdf



    ]]>     2022-07-20 01:26:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246525282     Texas Administrative Code mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246526301 2022-07-20 01:27:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246526301 American School Counselors Association mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246528144 2022-07-20 01:29:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246528144 The Chronicle of Higher Education mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246529361 2022-07-20 01:31:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246529361 Civil Rights Act of 1964 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246531755 2022-07-20 01:33:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246531755 The Women’s Educational Equity Act of 1974 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246532473 2022-07-20 01:33:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246532473 Executive Order 13160 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246533080 2022-07-20 01:34:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246533080 Fort Worth Independent School District mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246534855 2022-07-20 01:36:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246534855 ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246535901 2022-07-20 01:37:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246535901 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246542126
  • Counselors must know stay current with laws regarding LGBTQIA+ students to ensure they are respected, affirmed, and protected 
  • There must be a antibullying program in place and it must be accepted and followed
  • Every Texas student has the right to be called by their gender-affirming name and pronouns.
  • Every student has a right to dress in accordance with their gender identity at school.
  • Every student deserves a safe and affirming place to use the restroom and locker room

  • LGBTQIA+ students have a right to participate fully and equally in school activities like dances, homecoming, and prom, and they have a right to be their true and authentic selves when participating in these events.

    • ]]>     2022-07-20 01:45:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2246542126     mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247104630 Transgender students face name-calling, bullying, harassments, and physical violence. The result is these students miss more school, make lower grades, feel isolated which can result in anxiety, depression, self-harm, dropping out of school, other mental health issues, or even suicide. 
    Efforts to legitimize Transgender students has been met with a lot of adversity from many educators in our school system. An estimated 150,000 teens ranging in age from 13-17 years old identify as transgender in the U.S. according to a 2017 study by the Williams Institute at the University of California School of Law (Herman et al., 2017). 
    This issue is important to me and having a transgender student raised my awareness to the importance of being an advocate for all students. As school counselors, we must educate ourselves in order to adhere to ethical standards and the state and federal laws pertaining to these students. We must work to create a safe and inclusive environment by using inclusive policies and procedures, curriculum, and extra-curricular activities.
    We also need to educate staff on issues transgender students face and ways to support them.  
    While we have a long way to go in this area, these laws have started paving the way for these students. School districts have a duty to ensure they are enforcing Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1092 and following the guidelines set forth by the Texas Administrative Code. 




    ]]>     2022-07-20 20:19:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247104630     For the Staff of McCamey ISD mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247107488 2022-07-20 20:27:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247107488 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247108479 2022-07-20 20:30:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247108479 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247108662 2022-07-20 20:31:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247108662 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247108874 2022-07-20 20:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247108874 Transgender Youth in Schools mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247112294 2022-07-20 20:41:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247112294 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247113195 2022-07-20 20:44:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247113195 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247113745 In my interview with Krisa Zeigler, the counselor for Crane ISD we discussed how Transsgender students are one of the most vulnerable and at -risk groups in public education. They often face harassment, depression and thoughts of suicide or attempted suicide. These students tend to have a lower GPA and miss more school compared to their peers and they are less likely to pursue continuing education. It is our responsibility as school counselors to ensure all students feel safe in pursuing their education. The three best practices Mrs. Zeigler suggested are to treat transgender students according to their gender identity, use prefered names and pronouns, and allow transgender to dress according to their preffered identity. She identifed  the biggest issue now regarding transgender students rights is that of facilities such as restrooms and locker rooms. There is limited federal caselaw regarding transgender students and Title IX. Some cases have looked at case law regarding Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. However, Texas has sued the Department of Education and other federal agencies claiming federal overreach on this topic. As all this is playing out in court, the current status of laws in reference to transgender students remain unsettled.]]> 2022-07-20 20:47:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247113745 Krista Zeigler mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247113901 2022-07-20 20:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247113901 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247114174 2022-07-20 20:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247114174 mbarker81 https://padlet.com/mbarker81/bsn8iawqivisgxq7/wish/2247114362
  • Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, issued letters declaring certain medical procedures and treatments for minors with gender dysphoria could constitute child abuse under state law
  • This Texas law would include teachers and other licensed professionals be required to report this “abuse” to child protective services
  • Professional groups in medicine, social work, and education are speaking up and arguing that treatments for gender dysphoria are we-established and medically necessary
  • This has prompted a lawsuit by the American Civil Liberties Union and the Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund
  • A District Judge issued a statewide injunction blocking any investigations under the governor's directive to DFPS which argues that the Abbott directives violate the state constitution and state administrative law (Dellinger, 2022)

    • Texas Educators Say They Don't Want to Be 'Transgender Police' (edweek.org)\

    Reference:

    Walsh, M. (2022). Texas Educators Say They Don't Want to Be 'Transgender Police'. Retrieved 14 July 2022, from https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/texas-educators-say-they-dont-want-to-be-transgender-police/2022/03






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