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Pride, prejudice and PTA meetings: A guide for LGBTQ+ families this school year

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From school supply shopping to navigating new routines, back-to-school season is a busy time for families filled with anticipation, coordination, and first-day-of-school jitters. But, for LGBTQ+ families facing increasing threats from school boards and statehouses alike, there's an extra layer of worry to contend with. So, what do you need to know about the current landscape for LGBTQ+ families in schools — and what can you do to help? Family Equality , the leading national organization for current and future LGBTQ+ families, has the answers you're looking for. As we enter back-to-school season, there's good news and bad news. The bad news: In 2024, we've continued to see state legislatures across the country attempting to keep LGBTQ+ topics out of the classroom, with Louisiana and Wyoming both passing their own version of the infamous "Don't Say Gay/Trans" law this year. The good news is that the vast majority of the bills introduced this year failed . In fact, over 50 other attempts

First report: This school year, families are seeking more educational opportunity. A new law will bring new solutions — washingtonexaminer.com, 8d