
"Yes, They Are a Family!"
Children ask questions to understand the world around them. Be prepared with these sample responses about family.
Schools that actively work to welcome and affirm LGBTQ+ students, families and staff improve the school climate for the whole school community. When students feel safe and affirmed, they can thrive both academically and socially.
Children ask questions to understand the world around them. Be prepared with these sample responses about family.
Be an upstanderYou are a role model for your students. They watch what you do and will follow your lead.They notice whether you stop hurtful name-calling or comments based on…
A feeling of belonging is critical to every child’s well-being. This is illustrated starting in infancy and throughout early childhood with the drive to attach and form bonds. These bonds…
Educators working to develop a classroom that is welcoming of all students and their families may find it helpful to ask these questions.
As we celebrate and honor caregivers in schools, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day can be opportunities to recognize the diversity of family structures.
There is not one right answer
Many educators are unsure how to respond when a student asks you what does gay mean. It is better to try to answer than…
When children ask questions about LGBTQ+ words, it is often best to offer simple and direct answers. You might choose to answer a student’s question with another question to figure…
Welcoming Schools teacher-friendly lesson plans are designed to help educators create classrooms and schools that are affirming of all students and their families. A key focus of Welcoming Schools is…
An award winning short film produced by HRC Welcoming Schools for elementary school educators and parents/caregivers.
When receiving professional development training from HRC Welcoming Schools or using our materials, families, school staff or school boards may initially feel nervous about creating inclusive classrooms and schools, especially…