Today as a part of National Inclusion Week, we are highlighting the LGBTQ+ community which has faced persecution for centuries. Here are some interesting statistics to think about:
In the United States, an estimated 3.2 million children ages 8-18 are LGBTQ+. In grades 9-12, approximately 8% or 1.6 million children identify as LGBTQ+, and nearly 1% or 150,000 children ages 13-17 identify as Transgender. It should also be noted that today, kids who identify as queer are 120% more likely to experience homelessness along with many other challenges.
Federal statutes currently protect schoolchildren by prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, national origin, race, and religion, but do not explicitly protect students from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. Maryland is one of only 20 states along with the District of Columbia that have anti-discrimination or anti-bullying laws that explicitly protect LGBT students. Despite all of the atrocities that the community has faced, as a society we have slowly become more accepting of those who identify with being LGBTQ+. In 2013, Maryland legalized same-sex marriage. Now, 10.2% of adults live happily with their same-sex spouse. To better understand the community, try going to Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA) on Tuesdays right after school in Ms. Moore’s room, room 211.
It’s Wednesday, which means the maker space is open in the media center. Come by during Scorp Time or lunch for today's project... snowflakes!
The VIBES Girls group will be meeting after school tomorrow, Thursday, November 6th in Ms. Collins room 501.
Attention all BSU member! There is A Black Student Union meeting TODAY @2:30 in the choir room. ALL MEMBERS MUST BE THERE!
Educators Rising will be meeting in Mrs. Goodman's classroom (704) TODAY at 2:15. You can also talk to Jaylynn Smith or April Thomas for more information.
The Bible study will meet today after school at 2:15 in 408, Mr. Jenkins' room. All are welcomed to attend.
Attention Seniors!! Today is the last opportunity to have your pictures taken. Most of you have been emailed an appointment time and date. If you do not know when your appointment is instructions will be delivered to your English Class. If you absolutely do not know when your appointment is you may get a pass from a teacher to come down to the auditorium. The Senior Picture Schedule is posted on the wall outside Mr. Cutler’s classroom - Room 403. Underclassmen if you were unable to get your pictures taken earlier this year you also may come to the auditorium on ONLY Wednesday, December 5th to have your pictures taken. Unless you are buying extra photo packages there is no charge for your yearbook photos.
Juniors if you would like to review or edit your resume you are welcome to come down to the Counseling Center during your Scorp Time.
Attention Juniors! Junior Interviews will be held in the Media Center TOMORROW, Thursday, December 6th. You will receive an appointment pass confirming your time. There is also a list with your name and interview time posted outside the counseling center on a bulletin board. Make sure you are prepared for your interview by arriving on time, being dressed for success and having a hard copy of your resume with you. Remember this is part of your graduation requirement.
Attention Young Democrats: we’ll be meeting this Thursday after school in Mr. Berry’s room. All are welcome!
Attention Spirit Club: we’ll be meeting this Friday after school in Mr. Berry’s room. All are welcome!