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In an effort to support all students in NJSD, it is essential that we provide comprehensive guidance for youth, families, and staff so that students who identify as transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive experience an inclusive, equitable, and high-quality
education.
This guide provides:
• The rationale for inclusive policies and practices to support transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive students.
• Detailed information on protective federal, state, and district laws and policies.
• Educational resources to build knowledge and inclusive language around gender identity.
• Best practice guidelines to support students’ school-based gender transitions including gender
support planning, confidentiality, name/pronoun changes, and restrooms/changing spaces.
• Inclusive classroom and school-wide practices that affirm students of all gender identities.

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The district shall conduct ongoing training for all staff members so they can best support and affirm students of all gender identities. Training may include professional learning on the policies and best practices found within this guidance document.
Professional development may include,
but not be limited to:
• Classroom engagement strategies, curriculum, and resources that educators can integrate into their classrooms to help foster a more gender-inclusive environment for all students.
• School and district policies regarding bullying, harassment, discrimination, and suicide prevention as well as strategies for prevention and intervention.
• Terms, concepts, and current developmental understandings of gender identity, gender expression, and gender diversity in children and adolescents.
• Strategies for communication with students and families to support transgender, non-binary, and
gender-expansive youth.