I hope to get to my BOE meeting and read this letter out loud.
Where are the legislators, not demonrats but the so called republicans. We really need change in this state. More parents need to get involved and run for a assembly or senate seat.
Nikki, thank you for including the sample letter. I often want to email school but writing up something official is not easy for all. Nonetheless, I copied - made a few edits- and emailed.
Thanks for an example for communicating with superintendents, school board members, etc., but Trump's EO is not about there being only two genders - it is about there being only two sexes. We need to use the correct words.
Sec. 2. Policy and Definitions. It is the policy of the United States to recognize two sexes, male and female. These sexes are not changeable and are grounded in fundamental and incontrovertible reality. Under my direction, the Executive Branch will enforce all sex-protective laws to promote this reality, and the following definitions shall govern all Executive interpretation of and application of Federal law and administration policy:
(a) “Sex” shall refer to an individual’s immutable biological classification as either male or female. “Sex” is not a synonym for and does not include the concept of “gender identity.”
How does that work when policy 5756 is just a "summary" of the NJ state laws - so we're still obligated to follow these awful laws, and not abiding by it would open up our schools to be sued by this population. Even if we abolish policy 5756, Platkin is still going to hold the schools to these laws. We need to abolish these laws! We need to get new leadership in NJ!!! I can see Bucky Beaver bucking against Trump's EO and doubling down on this crap! And forget Sean Spiller!
Yes you can drop it, but technically the laws still have to be followed, 5756 is just a summary of those laws. We dropped it without issue in our district. If nothing else, it sends a message to the state that we do not want to have these policies in our schools!
I think the greater issue other than 5756 is the NJ Laws Against Discrimination. As you know, 5756 is just guidance. The LADs are hard-coded into the statutes. If you eliminate 5756, you must deal with the bigger issue of LADs. To root this out completely, the LADs must be modified.
Restrooms
Access to Facilities Based on Gender Identity
Under the NJ LAD, individuals have the right to use restrooms and other sex-segregated facilities (e.g., locker rooms) consistent with their gender identity or expression.
Denying a person access to a restroom that aligns with their gender identity is considered a form of discrimination.
Unisex or Gender-Neutral Facilities
Businesses, schools, and employers are encouraged (though not required) to provide gender-neutral or single-stall restrooms to accommodate everyone. However, individuals cannot be forced to use these facilities instead of the restroom matching their gender identity.
Privacy and Harassment Protections
The law also protects individuals from harassment or invasion of privacy in restrooms. Any conduct that singles out or mistreats someone based on their gender identity or expression is prohibited.
Sports
Schools and Student-Athletes
Transgender students in New Jersey schools have the right to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity, regardless of the gender listed on their birth certificate or other official documents.
This policy aligns with guidance from the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA), which oversees high school sports.
NJSIAA Policy
Student-athletes must notify their school’s administration about their gender identity if they wish to compete in sports consistent with that identity.
Schools may not require invasive proof (e.g., medical or legal documentation) to affirm a student's gender identity.
I hope to get to my BOE meeting and read this letter out loud.
Where are the legislators, not demonrats but the so called republicans. We really need change in this state. More parents need to get involved and run for a assembly or senate seat.
Nikki, thank you for including the sample letter. I often want to email school but writing up something official is not easy for all. Nonetheless, I copied - made a few edits- and emailed.
perfect!!! I'm so happy it inspired you to make it your own!
Doesn’t federal law trump state law?
well, this is an executive order, not really a law, so I'm not sure. However, allowing boys in girl's sports could be a title 9 violation of a law.
Thanks for an example for communicating with superintendents, school board members, etc., but Trump's EO is not about there being only two genders - it is about there being only two sexes. We need to use the correct words.
Sec. 2. Policy and Definitions. It is the policy of the United States to recognize two sexes, male and female. These sexes are not changeable and are grounded in fundamental and incontrovertible reality. Under my direction, the Executive Branch will enforce all sex-protective laws to promote this reality, and the following definitions shall govern all Executive interpretation of and application of Federal law and administration policy:
(a) “Sex” shall refer to an individual’s immutable biological classification as either male or female. “Sex” is not a synonym for and does not include the concept of “gender identity.”
How does that work when policy 5756 is just a "summary" of the NJ state laws - so we're still obligated to follow these awful laws, and not abiding by it would open up our schools to be sued by this population. Even if we abolish policy 5756, Platkin is still going to hold the schools to these laws. We need to abolish these laws! We need to get new leadership in NJ!!! I can see Bucky Beaver bucking against Trump's EO and doubling down on this crap! And forget Sean Spiller!
many districts dropped 5756 with no lawsuit. the only ones who were sued changed the policy. you can drop it.
Yes you can drop it, but technically the laws still have to be followed, 5756 is just a summary of those laws. We dropped it without issue in our district. If nothing else, it sends a message to the state that we do not want to have these policies in our schools!
I think the greater issue other than 5756 is the NJ Laws Against Discrimination. As you know, 5756 is just guidance. The LADs are hard-coded into the statutes. If you eliminate 5756, you must deal with the bigger issue of LADs. To root this out completely, the LADs must be modified.
Restrooms
Access to Facilities Based on Gender Identity
Under the NJ LAD, individuals have the right to use restrooms and other sex-segregated facilities (e.g., locker rooms) consistent with their gender identity or expression.
Denying a person access to a restroom that aligns with their gender identity is considered a form of discrimination.
Unisex or Gender-Neutral Facilities
Businesses, schools, and employers are encouraged (though not required) to provide gender-neutral or single-stall restrooms to accommodate everyone. However, individuals cannot be forced to use these facilities instead of the restroom matching their gender identity.
Privacy and Harassment Protections
The law also protects individuals from harassment or invasion of privacy in restrooms. Any conduct that singles out or mistreats someone based on their gender identity or expression is prohibited.
Sports
Schools and Student-Athletes
Transgender students in New Jersey schools have the right to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity, regardless of the gender listed on their birth certificate or other official documents.
This policy aligns with guidance from the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA), which oversees high school sports.
NJSIAA Policy
Student-athletes must notify their school’s administration about their gender identity if they wish to compete in sports consistent with that identity.
Schools may not require invasive proof (e.g., medical or legal documentation) to affirm a student's gender identity.
I believe under LAD Is an employment law. It prohibits discrimination for a list of reasons., including age and military service. I don't see any specific language about bathrooms or locker rooms. It says that employers have to make reasonable accommodations. It is not reasonable to stick a boy in a girl's room. https://www.njoag.gov/about/divisions-and-offices/division-on-civil-rights-home/employment-discrimination/