This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to support LGBTQIA+ students and foster an inclusive, respectful classroom environment. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will explore key topics such as gender identity, sexual orientation, and the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in educational settings.

The course will cover:

• Understanding LGBTQIA+ terminology and concepts

• The importance of allyship and how to be an effective ally in the classroom

• Legal rights and protections for LGBTQIA+ students

• Addressing bullying and discrimination related to gender and sexual orientation

• Creating a supportive and inclusive curriculum

• Building a classroom culture that respects diversity and promotes acceptance

By the end of this course, educators will have a deeper understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues, as well as the tools to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation.

FORMAT: Synchronous online learning

DATES: Wednesdays, 5/7/25, 5/14/25, 5/21/25

TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

FACILITATOR: Andrea Mistretta, Whitehall Jr./Sr. High School

GCRTC CONTACT: Erica Boms Egdemir, GCRTC Teacher Leadership Coach for the Humanities

FEE: None. Registration is required.

CTLE HOURS: 7.5

REGISTRATION: https://tinyurl.com/5bymzhfy