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I cannot tell you the heartache and fear this proposal has created in our household.

It's bad enough that the title of the guidance erases the very students these policies are supposed to protect, but the entire policy erases nonbinary students.

As if my nonbinary transgender child and kids like zir don't even exist.

It is painful to remember what school was like for my child (and zir siblings) before the Board passed its transgender policy next year. Being constantly misgendered, forced to use a bathroom that didn't align with zir gender identity, feeling like zie was living a lie even after zie had come out was, zie says, like living in hell. Zie was sad, angry, frustrated, confused. Zie had a hard time making friends (which, zir sister will tell you, meant that zie clung closely to zir twin so she had a hard time making friends). Zie struggled to focus on zir schoolwork. School was not a safe place for zir and zie did not feel comfortable there.

When zie came home on the first day of 5th grade, two days after the SB passed its trans policy, zie had the biggest smile. Zie said, "I told them my name and my pronouns and that I was genderfluid and now everyone is using my pronouns and I get to use the bathroom in the counselor's office and it was the BEST DAY EVER!"

My child had an incredible year. Zie made friends. Zie excelled academically. Zie even felt safe and confident enough to enter into a year-long prank war with zir teacher. This year has also been off to a wonderful start. Zie joined the cross country team, made a successful transition to middle school, and done well in zir classes.

For years teachers and principals told us that they wanted my child to have the chance to just "be a kid" without thinking about zir gender. Because how often do "normal" (that is, cis) kids think about their gender?

The answer is, rarely. But that is because cis kids aren't consistently misgendered, forced to use bathrooms that are wrong, and addressed by names and pronouns that don't fit who they are. They aren't forced to fight for their dignity and their rights.

But that's been my child's reality. Just like black students have to think about their race and disabled students have to think about their disabilities, transgender students have to think about their gender.

For the last year my child hasn't had to think about zir gender every moment of every day. And zie has thrived being an out trans kid protected by policies our School Board passed and the constitutional rights zie is due as a citizen of this country.

Since the release of Governor Youngkin's new guidance, zie has spent a lot more time thinking about zir gender. It's a distraction from other things, like schoolwork and fun with zir siblings and friends. And it's an emotional blow for zir to wrestle with the idea that zir school district might take away the protections it committed to a year ago.

My child looks back on how zir school system treated zir in the years between zir coming out and the implementation of the trans policy as a time when zir school system, superintendent, principals, counselors, teachers, and Board members didn't know what they could do to support transgender students. Our school system violated zir civil rights for several years, but zie believes those actions were without malice or intent.

But now they know what schools can and must do for trans students. Zie feels betrayed, intentionally hurt, and violated by the people and organization zie trusted. You can't say this isn't personal because, for zir, it is.

Trans students have the sole right to decide when and how they will come out to their parents. It is not the right of a school or any other government entity to trample upon the right of a person to control information about this most personal issue. This isn't about parental rights. It's about human rights. Parents don't always know what's best for their kids. Sometimes parents need to learn the best ways to support their children. Sometimes kids aren't safe when they are outed to their parents. These are simple facts, however unpleasant.

These "model policies" are intentionally cruel and flagrantly illegal. Civil rights attorneys and organizations including the ACLU and the NAACP agree that these restrictions are unenforceable and will be struck down in court because they violate state and federal law.  The 4th circuit court of appeals in Grimm v. Gloucester County School Board decided that students may use the bathroom that align with their gender, not their sex assigned at birth. The DOE and federal courts have extended Title IX to prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender identity and expression.

Governor Younkin is trying to build his political future by trampling on trans and nonbinary kids. He is perfectly willing to sacrifice my child for his personal ambitions. These "model policies" are illegal and represent a step back for Virginia.


In favor of Governor Youngkin

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I agree with Governor Youngkin's plan to protect parent's rights. Parents know their children and their needs  better than strangers. Protecting parent's rights goes hand in hand with protecting all children's rights. Young children should not be influenced by strangers, It is so confusing to them. I am a parent and retired teacher of young children.


Strongly Oppose!

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I oppose this guidance document in the strongest terms. It ignores the evidence-based advice of countless medical experts and will cause irreparable harm to children and students. Trans students deserve to be educated in a safe, supportive school environment and to receive gender-affirming care. I'm horrified that this policy change is even being considered.


Strongly OPPOSE

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Do not adopt the proposed model policies.  Continue with those from 2021.  I'm shocked by the hatred toward trans youth and the fear that seems to exist about these individuals.  They are people just like everyone else who deserve basic human dignity.


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Strongly oppose

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<p>I oppose the revised Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students. We need to protect and support trans kids; not enact policies that are harmful to them. </p>


Object

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Protect the marginalized, don't further marginalize them. What is equality. This is shameful.


New Model Policies protect ALL children!!!

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Let's protect the children and parents. Thank you!


Oppose the new LGBT policy

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<p>The purpose of government is to inform the citizens to allow them to make informed and appropriate choices/decisions. This policy will inhibit that purpose by segregating groups of people rather than teaching or informing them. </p>


OPPOSE

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These proposed policies are a huge regression in human rights.  Virginia is better than this.


OPPOSE

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Trans youth are our future and we need to protect them. They are just trying to live like everyone else and there is no reason for them to be attacked for who they are. We need to uplift them, not be destroying them because they will continue to exist, we are not going anywhere.


OPPOSE


Trans rights are human rights

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Outing trans and non-binary youth and referring to them by the incorrect names or pronouns are all unconscionable acts of violence. These policies must be rejected to protect these children.


Strongly OPPOSE

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The proposed Model Policies will harm trans youth.


Opposed

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The government should not be involved in parenting, period.


Strongly Oppose

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Dear Governor Youngkin,

I strongly oppose your "model policies" that discriminate against transgender youth. Your proposed policies are very harmful. A child with supportive parents will talk to their parents.  Those that don't talk to their parents have good reason.  One of the number one reasons for homelessness among transgender youth is parents kicking them out of the house. Your policies will increase bias against trans youth in schools and increase danger for trans youth.  PLEASE reconsider these cruel policies.

Sincerely,

Holly Blake


Demonizing trans people who deserve basic humanity will lead to worse repression and weaken Va

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For historical context, I hope people review another minority group that was persecuted during a rise of right wing extremism in the previous century:

https://www.hmd.org.uk/learn-about-the-holocaust-and-genocides/nazi-persecution/gay-people/

The recent demonization of transgender people is very similar, with another group where right wing peoples' personal beliefs turn into state-sanction discrimination and hatred to a vulnerable group who are simply trying to lead their lives without fear of repression. If the continued discrimination and hatred moves to transgendered people, it will lead to persecution of gays and lesbians, followed by religious and cultural minorities.

If unchecked, the repression will eventually lead to you, the reader.  It can happen here.


Unsafe Environment

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<span data-sheets-userformat='{"2":769,"3":{"1":0},"11":4,"12":0}' data-sheets-value='{"1":2,"2":"Hi \n\nI am a mental health counselor and work with teens in the lgbtq+ community in an area where they aren’t support. On the daily, I see kids that are struggling and more kids leaving school (I.e., doing online or home school) due to not having support from schools to be themselves or protection from others attacking them. There is evidence that lgbtq teens are at higher risk for suicide and these kind of laws impact their mental, emotional, and physical safety. Please do not continue to isolate and demean these people that are just trying to live a healthy happy life for themselves. "}'>Hi

I am a mental health counselor and work with teens in the lgbtq+ community in an area where they aren’t support. On the daily, I see kids that are struggling and more kids leaving school (I.e., doing online or home school) due to not having support from schools to be themselves or protection from others attacking them. There is evidence that lgbtq teens are at higher risk for suicide and these kind of laws impact their mental, emotional, and physical safety. Please do not continue to isolate and demean these people that are just trying to live a healthy happy life for themselves.


OPPOSE

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<span data-sheets-userformat='{"2":769,"3":{"1":0},"11":4,"12":0}' data-sheets-value='{"1":2,"2":"If the state of Virginia can get over its fear and discomfort of trans identity they will see that reversing classroom inclusive protocol will harm ALL children. ALL. Every child -- cisgender, questioning, gender nonconforming, transgender. And it always will no matter how you cloak it in in boy-cries-wolf calls for \"safety and protection\". This sends a terrible message to our youth and future generations."}'>If the state of Virginia can get over its fear and discomfort of trans identity they will see that reversing classroom inclusive protocol will harm ALL children. ALL. Every child -- cisgender, questioning, gender nonconforming, transgender. And it always will no matter how you cloak it in in boy-cries-wolf calls for "safety and protection". This sends a terrible message to our youth and future generations.


Throwing Science Out of the Window

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<span data-sheets-userformat='{"2":769,"3":{"1":0},"11":4,"12":0}' data-sheets-value='{"1":2,"2":"Why are we throwing science out of the window when it comes to transgender people? Literally every single respected medical/health centered organization in this country (and internationally) supports the existence of transgender people and has evidence based guidelines regarding them. Not even a few decades ago, similar tactics were used to prevent black folks from accessing education, healthcare, and many other public services. Why on earth have we not learned from this kind of malicious behavior?"}'>Why are we throwing science out of the window when it comes to transgender people? Literally every single respected medical/health centered organization in this country (and internationally) supports the existence of transgender people and has evidence based guidelines regarding them. Not even a few decades ago, similar tactics were used to prevent black folks from accessing education, healthcare, and many other public services. Why on earth have we not learned from this kind of malicious behavior?


SUPPORT 2022 POLICY

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Transgender Bathroom Policies Have Led to 21 Attacks on Women

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Support the new 2022 Policy!


OPPOSE

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Policies like this will kill trans students.


I OPPOSE the guidance. Transphobia does not belong in schools

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<span data-sheets-userformat='{"2":769,"3":{"1":0},"11":4,"12":0}' data-sheets-value="{"1":2,"2":"I am a nonbinary person who went to public schools and was an educator for twelve years. I experienced a school system that did not recognize my gender even as possible. Due to this erasure, I spent much of my adult life feeling wrong and not knowing why. As a teacher, I was able to help students honor their own gender identities and learned from them about the spectrum of gender and was finally able to name what I never understood about myself. \n\nHaving your gender affirmed is not a luxury. It is life-changing. I saw so many trans and nonbinary students bloom when they got to be themselves safely at school. They were able to excel in their classes, find friends and live better lives when we at the school supported their identities. \n\nThe proposed changes to the guidance will endanger these kids. It will make them isolated and possibly even endangered by their caregivers and peers. Don't let deferring to people's transphobia endanger and harm students.  VDOE's duty lies with protecting and serving kids, not fear mongering politicians. Please reject these proposed changes to the guidance. "}">I am a nonbinary person who went to public schools and was an educator for twelve years. I experienced a school system that did not recognize my gender even as possible. Due to this erasure, I spent much of my adult life feeling wrong and not knowing why. As a teacher, I was able to help students honor their own gender identities and learned from them about the spectrum of gender and was finally able to name what I never understood about myself.

Having your gender affirmed is not a luxury. It is life-changing. I saw so many trans and nonbinary students bloom when they got to be themselves safely at school. They were able to excel in their classes, find friends and live better lives when we at the school supported their identities.

The proposed changes to the guidance will endanger these kids. It will make them isolated and possibly even endangered by their caregivers and peers. Don't let deferring to people's transphobia endanger and harm students. VDOE's duty lies with protecting and serving kids, not fear mongering politicians. Please reject these proposed changes to the guidance.


I oppose this policy

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This policy is purely politically motivated and in no way in the best interest of the children of Virginia. This is an incredibly harmful policy that makes school an unsafe place. Transgender kids are already at a higher risk of homelessness, self harm and suicide and this policy would only increase these risks. This policy is a bad for our children, our teachers, and our schools.


Strongly support Parents' rights!

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New proposed policies protect parents AND children. Great job!


Let kids feel affirmed in who they are

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I believe that drawing kids in, rather than pushing them down, will ultimately provide them with the best quality care and safety. They are exploring their identities and deserve to have autonomy to do so in a nurturing space. They may feel more comfortable sharing with adults who are affirming in the first place.


I am completely opposed.

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I am completely opposed.


Parents know what's best for their kids

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Parents know what's best for their kids.

Nobody cares about kids more than their parents.

Schools should spend more time providing quality education and less time virtue signalling and solving problems that should be solved elsewhere.


OPPOSE Youngkin's changes

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<p>Hate does not belong in Virginia schools! Parent's rights should be aligned with laws that will ensure our children’s safety, protection, and freedom. This new policy is rejecting those values and advancing a policy that would target trans and nonbinary kids for bullying and mistreatment just because of who they are. Transgender and nonbinary students deserve the safety to thrive, no matter where they are. </p>


Oppose this dangerous policy

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Transgender individuals deserve to be treated with the same human respect and dignity we freely offer to all students in our Virginia schools. Our public schooling is rated as some of the highest performing in the nation and I personally would love to see that continue as good schooling helps create good people which help build a good society. The transgender policies proposed by Youngkin are actively combative to this end and only serve to regress Virginia, not further it. Trans individuals should be respected in their chosen gender as it serves to help and uplift them while causing no harm to others. Trans students are human and should be treated as such. Outing students to their parents can be incredibly dangerous and should not be accepted as a rule of thumb in any interaction. Their identities should be respected in the public school environment, using chosen pronouns and names. This drastically reduces trans suicide rates which we all know are rather high. Every single one of those deaths is a tragedy largely caused by harmful bigotry and regressive social policy. Please oppose this legislation as it will only serve to lessen Virginia’s capabilities in the future. Our population is hurt deeply not helped by excluding these groups of people


Stop hurting kids

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This policy makes no sense and is purely political all at the expense of children. Call people what they want to be called and treat people how you would want to be treated, it's that simple. This is purely bigotry and political .


Strongly Opposed

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As a parent of a transgender child, I strongly oppose Gov. Youngkin's proposed guidelines.  They go in the opposite direction to the intent of the legislation which they are supposedly implementing. Instead of encouraging accommodations for transgender students in Virginia, they target and stigmatize transgender and non-binary students. Z


Completely SUPPORT!

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Please implementing the 2022 Model Policies for our children.


OPPOSE


Oppose

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I oppose this legislation because it has clear potential to be harmful to an already marginalized group of children.


Support! "Biological girl suffered long term concussion & vision problems by Trans Athlete"

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Watch the video of this biological girl getting spiked in the face by a trans athlete.

“The Hiwassee Dam player, a biological girl, suffered severe head and neck injuries, resulting in long-term concussion symptoms, including vision problems.

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I SUPPORT Governor Youngkin!!


I support parent rights

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A child's well being is better supported by their own parents, a school cannot love the kid in the same way as a parent. Parents deserve to raise their kids, it is not the schools place to take the place of the parents. I fully support Governor Youngkin's policies.


OPPOSE

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Leave trans people alone and stop trying to hurt children.


Let Parents Raise Their Children with Values THEY Choose. SUPPORT!

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<p>Parents do not have children with the intention to allow strangers to raise them. Children are impressionable and really listen to their superiors, whether it be a coach or a teacher. Allowing teachers to preach whatever opinion on sexual matters they have is not only confusing for children but dangerous and wildly innapropriate. Are we going to move in the direction of cults where all adults in the neighborhood are allowed to raise everyone elses kids? Parents deserve to have autonomy on how they raise their children until they are 18 years old. Period. Introducing sexual conversations to young children ESPECIALLY without parental consent is disgusting and horrific. They should be learning reading, writing, and arithmetic. Not which major traumatic surgery they are going to have on their body when they are 7 years old. </p>


Strongly Support Youngkin's Policy

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I am engaged to be married in Arlington County, VA. As my fiance and I consider having children, raising them in this state, and sending them to schools here, we highly value having a school system that has the interests of our family in mind. This is why we STRONGLY SUPPORT Governor Youngkin's policy that keeps the rights of parents in mind and supports our students to feel safe in their own schools. Otherwise, we would seriosuly consider raising our children in a different state that protects are children. That includes:

(1) Keeping us informed of issues and questions around gender or sexuality that our child may be dealing with so we can encourage, love, and support them from home. As parents, we will ultimately bear the duty and responsible for raising our children in the most loving way possible. To do so, we will need to be well-informed of what their teachers may be hearing in the classroom about our children.

(2) We want a system that is fair and safe for our daughters. Sports policies that allow biological males to compete in a league for biological females is unjust. Might playing time, coaching opportunities, and scholarships be lost by hardworking women who are competing against biological males in their respective sports?

We want our teenage daughters to feel comfortable going into a locker room without males in it. This is a very vulnerable and sensitive time in a woman's life and she deserves to feel safe. To make accommodations for students who don't want to use the restroom corresponding to their biological sex, it seems that creating a singe-person unisex restroom would be much more equitable than allowing students to chose whichever one they want. Every child can then feel comfortable in a bathroom / locker room.

Thank you for this policy that will protect my future family.

NC


OPPOSE

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<span data-sheets-userformat='{"2":769,"3":{"1":0},"11":4,"12":0}' data-sheets-value='{"1":2,"2":"I oppose the the draft policy and ask that VDOE oppose this action. Recognition of young trans students and affirmation of their identity and need for acceptance is vital to their mental health and success as young people. All students have the right to learn in an accepting environment where they do not have to hide their identity. I as a non-binary person was educated in a school system which did not promote a culture of gender acceptance. It was detrimental to my mental health and performance in the classroom as a child. This followed me into young adulthood before I was able to heal and flourish once I found myself in an accepting workplace."}'>I oppose the the draft policy and ask that VDOE oppose this action. Recognition of young trans students and affirmation of their identity and need for acceptance is vital to their mental health and success as young people. All students have the right to learn in an accepting environment where they do not have to hide their identity. I as a non-binary person was educated in a school system which did not promote a culture of gender acceptance. It was detrimental to my mental health and performance in the classroom as a child. This followed me into young adulthood before I was able to heal and flourish once I found myself in an accepting workplace.


OPPOSE

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I oppose this Policy draft


Republicans; keep your hands off public education.

SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. THERE ARE MULTIPLE CULTURES AND SPECIES THAT HAVE MULTIPLE GENDERS. INDIA FOR EXAMPLE HAS THE HijrasHijras are officially recognized as a third gender in the Indian subcontinent, being considered neither completely male nor female. Hijras have a recorded history in the Indian subcontinent since antiquity, as suggested by the Kama Sutra.-FROM GOOGLE. I AM A TAXPAYER, VOTER, REGISTERED NURSE, MEMBER OF THE QUEER COMMUNITY. I ALSO HOLD A MINOR IN ANTHROPOLOGICAL STUDIES. RELIGION IS A SOCIALLY CONSTRUCTED CONCEPT. IN MY OPINION, ORGANIZED RELIGION IS THE GREATEST PERVERSION UPON OUR GLOBAL SOCIETY. A NUCLEAR FAMILY DOES NOT REQUIRE A HUSBAND AND WIFE TO BE A FUNCTIONAL.GLENN, YOUR ACTIONS ARE DESTROYING A PEACEFUL SOCIETY. YOU HAVE MUCH BIGGER FISH TO FRY OTHER THAN DISCRIMINATING AGAINST TRANS PEOPLE. OUR VERY OWN NATIONAL SECURITY IS AT JEOPARDY UPON HAVING A MAMMOTH OF AN IDIOT ELECTED TO THE WHITE HOUSE IN 2016.YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELVES. HISTORY CAN REPEAT ITSELF.

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Hijras are officially recognized as a third gender in the Indian subcontinent, being considered neither completely male nor female. Hijras have a recorded history in the Indian subcontinent since antiquity, as suggested by the Kama Sutra.-FROM GOOGLE.

I AM A TAXPAYER, VOTER, REGISTERED NURSE, MEMBER OF THE QUEER COMMUNITY. I ALSO HOLD A MINOR IN ANTHROPOLOGICAL STUDIES. RELIGION IS A SOCIALLY CONSTRUCTED CONCEPT. IN MY OPINION, ORGANIZED RELIGION IS THE GREATEST PERVERSION UPON OUR GLOBAL SOCIETY. A NUCLEAR FAMILY DOES NOT REQUIRE A HUSBAND AND WIFE TO BE A FUNCTIONAL.

GLENN, YOUR ACTIONS ARE DESTROYING A PEACEFUL SOCIETY. YOU HAVE MUCH BIGGER FISH TO FRY OTHER THAN DISCRIMINATING AGAINST TRANS PEOPLE. OUR VERY OWN NATIONAL SECURITY IS AT JEOPARDY UPON HAVING A MAMMOTH OF AN IDIOT ELECTED TO THE WHITE HOUSE IN 2016.

YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELVES. HISTORY CAN REPEAT ITSELF.


Oppose Youngkin

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<p>As a mental health clinician and a decent human I oppose Youngkins proposal. Our trans youth need continued support and protections in order to live a happy and healthy life. Fear and ignorance should not rule our decisions for a vulnerable population.  </p>


OPPOSE

There is more to gender than genitals. Life is a wondrous, complicated process that can produce innate gender identity that is independent from the traditional societal convention of the genital based binary. I have experienced this having been born a "boy" but feeling in my heart and gut that I am a "girl". This reality can not be legislated, socialized or coerced out of someone. To do so simply makes the complicated process of navigating one's transition from societal norm to complete individual so much more difficult and dangerous. The public school system needs to be supportive of this transition process by honoring those whose quality of life (and life itself) depends on positive support from their peers, teachers and school policies.Governor Younkin, your policies regarding transgender students are in direct opposition to the support that these young, questioning, maturing students need to develop a positive self-image and to send them on into their life with a blessing rather than a barrier.

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<span data-sheets-userformat='{"2":769,"3":{"1":0},"11":4,"12":0}' data-sheets-value="{"1":2,"2":"There is more to gender than genitals.  Life is a wondrous, complicated process that can produce innate gender identity that is independent from the traditional societal convention of the genital based binary.  I have experienced this having been born a \"boy\" but feeling in my heart and gut that I am a \"girl\".  This reality can not be legislated, socialized or coerced out of someone.  To do so simply makes the complicated process of navigating one's transition from societal norm to complete individual so much more difficult and dangerous.  \n\nThe public school system needs to be supportive of this transition process by honoring those whose quality of life (and life itself) depends on positive support from their peers, teachers and school policies.\n\nGovernor Younkin, your policies regarding transgender students are in direct opposition to the support that these young, questioning, maturing students need to develop a positive self-image and to send them on into their life with a blessing rather than a barrier."}">There is more to gender than genitals. Life is a wondrous, complicated process that can produce innate gender identity that is independent from the traditional societal convention of the genital based binary. I have experienced this having been born a "boy" but feeling in my heart and gut that I am a "girl". This reality can not be legislated, socialized or coerced out of someone. To do so simply makes the complicated process of navigating one's transition from societal norm to complete individual so much more difficult and dangerous.

The public school system needs to be supportive of this transition process by honoring those whose quality of life (and life itself) depends on positive support from their peers, teachers and school policies.

Governor Younkin, your policies regarding transgender students are in direct opposition to the support that these young, questioning, maturing students need to develop a positive self-image and to send them on into their life with a blessing rather than a barrier.


OPPOSE

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I oppose the guidance. The draft policy will harm trans kids and spread a message of hate. Hate doesn’t belong in schools. Trans kids deserve to feel safe. I vehemently oppose the draft policy and want the VDOE to reject it.


Equality for all

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In a democracy and our constitution all people are to be treated equal.


IYoungkin's policy

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I strongly oppose this policy as it will increase harm to these student.


OPPOSE

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I OPPOSE this legislation.


The Governor's proposed LBGTQ+ Act

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The Governor's proposed LBQTQ+ Act more than covers the various members of this particular group in all possible ways.  The fact that "some" of those (under the age of consent)

don't feel the necessity to check with their parents regarding their proposed sexual identity on anything is ludicrous.  While they are under the age of consent, all information should be shared w/their parents or legal guardians. Does no one wish to consider the "rights" of all of the other students to have a say on who enters their bathroom & shower space? Apparently, NOT!  Whatever sex is listed on a student's Birth Certificate should be the primary indicator of which bathroom they are relegated to---until they reach the age of consent, and/or their parents/and physicians figure in on any sexual changes for them.  One cannot just announce that they "prefer" a different sexual orientation and begin to select their bathroom preferences as they so choose.  Perhaps the schools can operate "Unisex Bathrooms" & Showers for those LBGTQ+ students wishing to switch back and forth? This will protect the rights of all other students, as well.

Could we not concentrate more of the sliding loss of educational directives in our schools since Covid? Look at where County schools have dropped to on the national charts.  Enough of pandering to LBGTQ+ groups, and/or CRI to the Kindergarteners, and move on with much-needed educational tools for students?  How about those approaches?  Time flies by, and so much of it is totally wasted!  The edicts proposed by The Governor, in NO Way infringes upon the treatment of LBGTQ+ students--it serves to PROTECT them, their rights, and the rights of students who do not consider themselves to be a member of that group. Fair is Fair---time to move on.

of the other students, as well.

the other students have NO rights to be considered whatsoever! They are treated as non-entities in the face of "discriminations" heaped upon them.


Leave trans kids alone

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I oppose. I was a trans kid in va 15 years ago and it nearly killed me. This makes it worse. Leave trans kids alone!


Support our kids. All of our kids.

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Children should have the right and protection to use whatever pronouns, bathroom, name, they'd like, at school without the fear of being outed to parents. Protection and rights for gender expansive kids protects all kids.


Totally support the new policies

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Thanks Gov Youngkin for the new policies to protect parents and children.


Support Transgender Rights

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<p>Support Transgender Rights...stop the discriminatory proposed action. </p>


DO NOT AGREE with this policy

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why can't we just let kids be people? does it really matter what bathroom they use? I just want everyone to wash their hands.

this policy will cost tax payers and violate personal freedoms!

Parents have plenty of say about what their kids are taught. They shouldn't have say what other kids are taught.


Strongly support

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I completely agree with Governor Youngkin's stance on parental rights. This policy revision is a necessary correction to a Marxist agenda by the left to attack the nuclear family under the guise of being "for" the minority of children suffering from gender dysphoria. This is a mental health issue. Per the DSM, 5th Edition, less than .015% of biological males and less than .004% of biological females identify as suffering from gender dysphoria. Many of the people opposing this change in policy to protect parental rights are in favor of mandating that school children be injected with experimental gene therapy shots that have never been approved by the FDA, resulting in injury and death to children. Thank you Governor Youngkin for correcting this leftist insanity.


Support: THE PRIVACY, DIGNITY, AND RESPECT FOR ALL STUDENTS AND PARENTS IN VIRGINIA’S PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Governor Youngkin's proposal ensures parents' rights and protects students.  Totally support this update.


Strongly support the proposed policy

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We need to recognize parental rights in these decisions.


Protect our children and parental rights

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<p>I totally agreed with Governor Youngkin on the new proposed Model Policies. </p>


I don't agree

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As a non-binary individual this policy makes me feel very unsafe please do not pass these policies.


OPPOSE YOUNGKINS MODEL POLICY

Shannon Spiggle Never Again Action Virginia

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<p>This Policy was written to discriminate against children and their gender expression. It is inhuman and pushed a Christian Supremacist agenda. This is the same violence Nazis imposed on LGBTQ people during the holocaust. It's the same kind of violence that was imposed on Black people during the Jim Crow era. This is fascist and inhuman. </p>


Support!!  Biological Male Dominating Opponents in Women’s Pro Disc Golf

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Biological Male Dominating Opponents in Women’s Pro Disc Golf

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Protect girls and women's Rights!

I support Governor Youngkin protecting the safety of girls!


Strongly Support the Governor's Proposed Policies

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Totally support the Governor's proposed policies.  Schools need to teach core competencies (e.g. reading, writing, math) vice being used to push the misguided agendas of liberal activists.  Parents made their voices heard in the election--we do not want to be cut out of the decision-making process in any matter regarding how our children are raised and educated.  Biological boys should not be allowed to utilize female restrooms or participate in female sports.


OPPOSE

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Support Glen Youngkin

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The new policies honor the sacred role of parents in the care of their children during school, athletics and other activities.

Parents know their children’s needs better than anyone. If children are struggling with gender dysphoria, they need guidance and emotional support from parents. Under the new policies, school officials must keep parents fully informed, and require schools to enforce laws, regulations and policies that prohibit and deter bullying or harassment.

Student participation in sex-specific athletics, school activities and events should be determined by sex, e.g., for overnight travel accommodations and locker rooms.

Students should use the bathrooms that correspond to their sex. Single-user bathrooms and facilities should be made available in accessible areas and provided with appropriate signage, indicating accessibility for all students.

The new policies protect the fundamental religious liberty interests of personnel and students.


OPPOSE

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Stop discriminating against your fellow human beings. Students who are trans are worthy of equal protection under the law.


I support pro-parent policies


Transgenderism is a threat to Democracy.

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Transgenderism undermines equality under the law,    We dont need any more privileged  classes in this country.


Woke White Man

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Why do you care what gender someone identifies as Governor???


Woke White Man


I STRONGLY oppose

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<p>These policies will harm children and interfere with education. I strongly oppose this proposal. </p>


Youngkin's Model Policies that uphold parents’ constitutional rights to protect children

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The present move to influence young impressionable minds is an effort to tear the family, American and Virgina society apart. I fully support Govenor's Youngkin's policy to include the family knowing what is being instructed to their children so when there is a difference in what the family and child really wants then the family can do something. The families won't know and can't do anything when they kept in the dark. The child will hardly ever speck back to a teacher authority figure and if he/she does the child will be labeled an unjust or prejudicial person, or worse, in front of the whole class.


Oppose

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<p>Transgender and nonbinary kids deserve to thrive in a safe and respectful environment. Don't put adults in position of authority in the schools to make decisions for which they are not well informed and truly don't know best. Protect transgender and nonbinary kids! </p>


All children should feel safe in school

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I am strongly opposed to Governor Youngkin's and the Dept. of Education's policy which discriminates against Trans kids.

Educate yourselves, our children deserve better.

All children should feel safe and nurtured to be their best whole selves.


Parents know better than schools -- support the new policies

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<p>I support the new policies. They protect children and parental rights. Parents definitely know better than schools what is best for their own children. </p>


OPPOSE

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There should be no room for hate and discrimination in our schools, regardless of an individual's pronouns.


Support due to #Girls&WomensRights

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We are on a slippery slope here. Please protect girls and women's Rights!

Thank you Governor Youngkin!


OPPOSE


Judge finds transgender teen guilty of Loudoun County bathroom sexual assaults

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Loudoun County school board is disgraceful.


dehumanizing

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High School Girls Banned from Their Own Locker Room After Voicing Concerns about Transgender Athlet

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Where are the girls rights? If you feel unsafe you should not be accused of bullying. Read this article.

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Support Governor Youngkin, thank you!


Model Policies for the treatment of transgender students in public schools

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Fully support Governor Youngkin's policies. Parents are the best judges in these matters.


Support Virginia Department of Education proposed policies

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Parents have a fundamental right to direct the care, upbringing, and education of their children, and this encompasses public education as well. I support the Department of Education's new proposed policy changes, which empower parents and protect religious liberty and free speech.


I support Gov. Youngkin and parental rights.

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<p>Any privileges conferred on Transgenders usurp parental rights.    These privileges are an attack on the Constitution and all people are equal in the eyes of the law.  </p>


I oppose Youngkin's proposal

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<p>The proposed policy will cause harm. Do not support. </p>


Strongly oppose


Very strongly oppose!

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VDOE needs to stay in their lane and address learning loss from the pandemic. Headline from a recent Education Week article: "Two Decades of Progress, Nearly Gone: National Math, Reading Scores Hit Historic Lows."

Governor Younkin and his VDOE appointees need to get out of peoples' homes and focus on their jobs!


Oppose Governor Youngkin’s Policies

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<p>I support trans kids.   I support teachers.   I support books.  I oppose violence against trans students. </p>


"Women's Sports Are Robbed" Female Track Athletes Sue Connecticut over Transgender Policy

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It's the truth. A people of both genders need to fight back for Women's Rights like Governor Youngkin! Thank you.

#WomensRights


Fully Support Trans Youth & Strongly Oppose Youngkin's Trans Youth Policy

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I fully support the trans youth of Virginia (and everywhere)!  The proposed policy is reckless and puts vulnerable youth at risk of mental and physical harm.


Let trans kids be kids

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Trans kids are still kids, and they deserve the same childhood cis kids get to experience.

Let trans kids use the bathroom they're most comfortable in (most cis kids genuinely do not care, brcause trans kids are not dangerous)

Let trans kids play sports (they don't perform any better than cis kids)

Let trans kids tell you who they are (the research confirms that they know)

Let trans kids decide if it's safe for their parents to know they're trans (outing kids to unsupportive parents enables abuse, and it would lead to more dead kids)

Let trans kids be.


Strongly oppose

Stop playing politics with our childrens lives.Let children identify themselves without parental regulation.
Require others to respect their identification.
Don't "cherry pick" science/medical and/or mental health experts findings.

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Stop playing politics with our childrens lives.
Let children identify themselves without parental regulation.

Require others to respect their identification.

Don't "cherry pick" science/medical and/or mental health experts findings.


Oppose Youngkin’s Policy

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<p>This does nothing to protect children. </p>


Strongly oppose

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I strongly oppose- the proposed policies that seek to virtually erase transgender and nonbinary youth from the classroom and create a hostile and dangerous school environment. They restrict restroom access and sports participation for transgender and nonbinary students, require faculty and staff to “out” trans and nonbinary students to their parents, and prohibit teachers and staff from supporting trans students in a range of ways, including blocking them from using a student’s affirming name and pronouns. These actions negatively impact the mental health and Holistic Wellness for all students.

We would also like to see residents rights for long-term care and assisted-living be updated to be inclusive for all residents and to have gendered language removed.


This policy negatively impacts my parental rights and the rights of my child

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I unfortunately have to comment anonymously as a relatively senior state employee who fears negative consequences from sharing my status as the father of a non-binary child as well as my belief that affirming their gender expression through all means including medical treatment is crucial to their health and well-being.  I am not a groomer; my wife is not a groomer; my child’s teachers and friends are not groomers.  My child was born this way 15 years ago and has pretty much always been this way.  The stress of being labeled and treated negatively by so many has definitely taken its toll - a suicide attempt, having to leave school for a time, and having to put up with bullying from other kids, and worse, adults who are supposed to protect kids.  All my child wants and needs, and all I want for them, is to have the right to be who they are and be treated with respect.  This policy ensures that my parental rights and the rights of my child are not respected because others’ beliefs differ.  We are lucky in that we have found a private school where we can get by, but most kids in this situation can’t.

I vehemently oppose this policy as it is built on harmful stereotypes and is based more on religious beliefs than data.  This will no doubt result in further marginalizing trans kids and putting many in real danger, all while reaffirming the idea that parents of trans kids are somehow wrong for exercising their rights to affirm their children’s identity.


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If our girls are to have the same opportunity as boys, we must defend their rights based on biology

#WomensRights!


Strongly Oppose proposed policy.

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This policy has nothing to do with school safety.  Instead, it is a dog-whistle to violence against people who do no harm but have varying sexual identities.  It punishes trans students harshly, and encourages others to do the same even outside of school settings.  The proposed policy has more to do with Gov. Youngkin's search for a new job than it does with safety in Virginia schools.  Do not implement it.


Support- The future of Women's sports is at risk because of transgender athletes!

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The future of women's sports is at risk because of transgender athletes

If our girls are to have the same opportunity as boys, we must defend their rights based on biology

Thank you Governor Youngkin!


Fully Support


Disapprove

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It makes me sad to see how laws and court cases can be used to support two sides of the same issue.  I read through the guidance document and so many times I thought, "That's not how I understand that."  In the same way, different people will read this model policy in different ways. I read it as state-sanctioned bullying.

If a student always "earns" poor grades, a teacher isn't allow to called the stupid, are they? That would be bullying.  But when a child identifies with a different gender, the teacher gets to ignore that?  The policy makes it sound like this is all about respect. But respect flows both ways.  If the teacher doesn't want to say he or she based on a student's wishes, the teacher can always call the student "they". I haven't heard of a religion that enforces the rules of grammar (of course, I'm not sure what religion cares so deeply about pronouns or nicknames, either, so maybe I just have the wrong religion).

On a positive note, I am happy to see that Virginia has a law to ensure that dress codes are gender neutral. I am less happy to see that the model policy states, "Students may dress in any manner consistent with maintaining a respectful, distraction-free environment which supports a focus on learning for all students." On it's face, this sounds fine. It could easily be implemented in a way where a student is penalized for dressing within the dress-code, but in a way that an administrator doesn't like because it goes against the administrator's beliefs on gender appropriate clothing.

I disapprove of the proposed guidance.


Fully support Gov. Youngkin’s Policy

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For as long as I can remember, we have been told that MINORS’ brains are not fully developed until somewhere in their 20’s, hence the differences in criminal charges between adults and children, warnings about the use of illegal drugs in children, children needing parental permission to participate in events at school. Now suddenly children know better than their parents?  This policy will help force parents to go back to being involved in their children’s lives and may even help with them being more involved in discipline so as to relieve teachers of that responsibility and be able to actually TEACH.  I don’t believe there are very many children with true gender dysphoria; the other children are doing the typical social experimenting that all children do while they are growing up. The need for attention, the confusion, is part of growing up and should not be part of the school policy to cater to the ever-changing whims of minors. That is why they are called minors. If there are issues with communicating with their parents, then a counselor can be used to mediate. Do not involve the teachers so that they can go back to teaching which clearly needs to be done, judging by recent test scores.   Thank you.


I am strongly opposed.


This will hurt Trans people.

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<p>This rule disregards the people most at risk over a non-existant Boogeyman sold by the right. Healthcare professionals agree that gender affirming care is the best way to protect Trans kids. Governor Youngkin is putting actual people in harm's way for performative politics. </p>


Support! Women fought so hard for decades to ensure equality in sports, esp at the collegiate level.

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The future of women's sports is at risk because of transgender athletes

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Strongly Support

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This is a needed move. Kids, mainly Teens should need parental guidance for desicisions like these. Keep it up, Youngkin!


Please think of the children - I’m tired of hearing of the suicides.

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We should not be altering our policy regarding transgender youth. We need to be supporting them every opportunity as society continues to degrade and stigmatize them for being who they are.  We are seeing more and more youth taking their own lives because they feel there is no future for them. This must stop!

Are you should not have to choose between being themselves authentically and pursuing the passions enthusiastically, even if that passion is athletics.

stop taking the decision away from the families and making restrictions by the state.  Let the families work with the schools determine what is best for the children.  Please do not encapsulate discrimination into law and policy.


Support trans kids and THEIR parents

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<p>The genitalia police should be ashamed of themselves. Just wait until someone wants your baby girl strip searched because some Karen can’t handle their child losing a game. THEN you’ll cry about privacy. Let trans kids be kids, stop policing them, and let parents raise their children the way they want. WHICH MEANS LETTING PARENTS OF TRANS KIDS SUPPORT THEIR CHILDREN! Gender affirming policies save lives, this policy will kill kids. Which, of course is the point. Gotta reinforce that patriarchy. </p>


I strongly oppose the proposed policy by Youngkin

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<p>As a former school social worker, I am well informed about the many challenges students face in schools. It is sometimes difficult for students to do their best academically due to multiple issues, such as peer pressure, mental health, and family problems. The current evidence-based policies allow for support of students who identify as transgender or non-binary. If these measures were to be taken away, we would be returning to an environment in which these students could be unprotected and discriminated against. Transgender and non-binary people already face a variety of hurdles, and are at a much higher risk of suicide than their peers. Schools should not become another source of mistreatment and discrimination, when students are required by law to attend school until the age of 18. If we are serious about providing a safe environment for all students, then this also includes students in a minority status. Let's not forget ALL students deserve to be treated with respect, and be allowed to receive an education and perform to their highest ability, to become productive members of society. Transgender and non-binary students are human beings trying to become their best self like everyone else. The role of the school is to facilitate that task, not hinder it. There are less drastic ways of addressing the concerns of parents, such as transgender students using the restroom with cisgender students. </p>


Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia’s Public Schools

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I oppose the governor’s guidance.


Strongly opposed.  .

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There is no reason for this policy, and it harms students


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<p>I support Youngkin's parental rights policies in the schools. The schools need to respect parents' rights to raise their own children how they see fit, based on personal convictions and choices. </p>


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Strongly opposed- You are killing children

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As the older sister of a trans middle school boy attending Virginia public schools, this policy shakes me to my core. My brother has been adamant about his identity since he could talk and has been out to friends and family since 3rd grade. By preventing my brother and other children like him from being able to live lives authentic to their gender identity, you risk their lives. He’s been so happy the last couple of years because he has been able to use his preferred name, his preferred restroom, and play on his preferred sports teams. If my brother commits suicide because your policy forced him to constantly be denied of his identity, his dignity, and his rights in his school and community, then his blood is on your hands. I do not say this to be inflammatory, it is simply a matter of statistics that trans youths who face discrimination for their identity are 7.6 times more likely to commit suicide. This is not because they are trans but because policies like this strip them of their basic rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We do everything we can to create a loving and accepting environment for him at home, but if he goes to school everyday and faces a barrage of oppression and policies which force him to be outed at every turn, I know that this will cause him so much pain. Please do the right thing and protect our most vulnerable. Children are counting on you.


I support Youngkin's Model Policies that uphold parents’ constitutional rights to protect children

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The Youngkin administration has proposed overhauling those rules and replacing them with Model Policies that uphold parents’ constitutional right to guide their child’s development. They also protect the First Amendment rights of students and staff. I'm writing express my STRONG support for restoring the role of parents in public education. Please continue this important work!


I fully support Governor Youngkin's policy

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Sadly, governments have decided that they know more about what's best for our children, and taking away parental authority.  This has been going on for a long time but people are finally waking up and realizing that it's happening.  These policies have driven students from public schools and rightfully so.  Educating our children has been replaced by extreme woke indoctrination without any consent from the parents.

Children are our responsibility to raise, not the government's.  We are standing up to say enough is enough, and we are taking our authority back.  In the last few years especially, children are given rights to do what they want & parents have had their authority stripped away.  Children do not have the wisdom and experience that adults have and can change their minds, depending on what's popular at the time.

Girls need to be protected from these woke policies that are not only damaging them physically & emotionally (assaults), but also in competing in sports.

I'm proud of our governor & fully support his policies on this issue.


Support Policy! Transgender athletes’ victories mean women and girls lose

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Transgender athletes' victories mean women & girls lose. Please read article.

https://nypost.com/2021/12/07/transgender-athletes-victories-mean-women-and-girls-lose/


I support the Youngkin Administration's new model policies

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<p>Our schools should focus on educating children and preparing them for the 21st Century. They need knowledge and skills, not political indoctrination. Parents have the right and responsibility to know and decide what is taught in our public schools. </p>


Opposition to draft school policy regarding trans students

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I am disgusted by Gov Youngkin's attempt to undo Gov Northam's gender related child protection policies.  There are plenty of times where parents support their child's sexual or gender identity but there are plenty who do not and will do everything in their power to prevent their child from being allowed to be who they are.  In those cases, children often have nowhere to go for support other than school where they can feel safe and accepted by their friends and teachers.  They should not be singled out or required to get special permission to be themselves.  No one else has to do that!!!

Please do not pass this policy or your administration will end up being responsible for so much pain and damage to children and probably even their deaths (already too many to count).


Support Youngkin! New study shows physical differences in transgender female athletes

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New study shows physical differences in transgender female athletes....

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Accept Trans Youth

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Among the worst religious hypocrisies is to disdain people, especially young people, for their gender dysphoria or identity. Rules can be devised to make athletic competition fair. But lasting harm will ensue from marginalizing transgender folks. Don’t make this Commonwealth medieval.


Transgender policy

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Thanks Gov Youngkin.   How odd that providing protections for all...non-trans, trans, parents, students...is being slammed as a bad thing!  This sure needed doing.


Strongly Support Youngkin's Proposal Transgender Students

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<p>Parents are responsible for their school aged children in every aspect of the law and are not offered exemption from accountability with regard to their children's care and problems that may arise in school or out of school.  Schools cannot separate parents from this responsibility and do not have the right to offer children a secret life. Excluding parents will not enhance the parent/child communication. Bullying should not be tolerated. I consider it bullying to allow biological males free access to the private areas of bathrooms and locker rooms of biological females. Student who are not confused about their gender have rights as well and deserve safety and privacy. Thank you Govenor Youngkin for common sense proposals. </p>


Strongly Oppose

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<p>I strongly oppose this law both as a human being and as a member of the LGBT+ community. This law will hurt countless people across the state and signal to people outside of the state that we are not welcoming. I do not agree with the language around respect for all students when these changes will greatly disenfranchise, bully, and demean trans and non-binary students. I would like to think if somehow 95% of these comments were opposed to this change that would have an effect or cause a pause on these changes but sadly, I have a feeling they will move forward regardless of any potential majority opposition to these changes and that tells a story as well. </p>


Female HS volleyball player has suffered traumatic neck/brain injuries from Transgender Athlete

Please read regarding the difference between men vs women in volleyball!!
Mens net is 8ft... womens net is 7'4". average division 1 vertical leap for a woman vollyball player is 13 inches... the men average 44 (better than the NBA). average hit speed off the hand for a D1 woman is 50mph... for men it's well into the 100s.

Thank you Governor Youngkin! I support your new policy.

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Please read regarding the difference between men vs women in volleyball!!

Mens net is 8ft... womens net is 7'4". average division 1 vertical leap for a woman vollyball player is 13 inches... the men average 44 (better than the NBA). average hit speed off the hand for a D1 woman is 50mph... for men it's well into the 100s.

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Thank you Governor Youngkin! I support your new policy.


Protect trans kids

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The evidence from all authoritative medical bodies, the lived experience of families and adolescents, the tenets of respect and support for the flourishing of communities and individuals, the principle of consent of the governed, precedent and practice in Virginia itself, and the overwhelming view of the American people broadly: all of these things line up against your cruel, unfounded, illogical and absurdly chaotic policy. What supports it? The lack of information of certain parents and legislators? The astro turf movement, supported by Liberty Counsel and other private hate groups, to target children? Political ambition?

Your ignorance is not public policy. Your wrecking ball to families and children makes everything harder, is that the point? You will lose this war against decency and the truth. One way or another, you and your empty hate will be consigned to the dustbin of history. Repent now. Pray for wisdom and grace, and then apologize to the trans citizens of Virginia for your shameful conduct.


Opposed to Youngkin's transgender guidance

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I am opposed to Gov. Youngkin's transgender guidance because it is illegal and in violation of the VA Human Rights Act, as well, it has the potential to cause additional anxiety, mental health issues, and potential suicides among transgender youth.


HIWASSEE TRANSGENDER VOLLEYBALL PLAYER SEVERELY INJURES FEMALE HIGH SCHOOLER WITH SPIKE TO THE FACE

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Governor, please protect our children from these liberal agendas. Our children are paying the price for these liberal experiments.


Trans policy.

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<p>We are completely opposed to Governor Younkin's actions wrt trans-gender persons. A trans person is as much a human being  as anyone else and deserves the same rights as anyone else.  </p>


Governor’s Misguided policy against trans children

Gussie Bannard, retired head of Episcopal girls’ school

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I strongly oppose Governor Youngkin’s policy which puts trans children at risk and endangers both their safety and their education.   Making our vulnerable children political capital is inexcusable.


Mental Health "professionals" that think parents shouldn't be involved are ultra woke predators.

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If your child sees a school psychologist that advocated against parental involvement- RUN.


I OPPOSE the guidance.

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<p>I write as an educator and as an individual in opposition to the proposed model guidance, and I sincerely hope that our school boards will not adopt what is proposed.  As a native of rural Virginia, I understand the profound impact an inclusive, or an exclusive, school environment can have on your development of self, your desire to learn, and your willingness to help your community grow and improve.  Respect for individual identities is not an ideology--it is a value upon which our Commonwealth was founded.  </p>


Transgender policy

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<p>I am in full support of the proposed policy which provides clear protection for both parents and their children, transgender or not.  </p>


Strongly Oppose

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This will negatively effect students mental health. More than ever students are struggling with mental health issues and all this policy will do is trigger more of them. If our governor is truly concerned about our youth he should think about those who are different from

himself. He should put himself in someone else’s shoes. He doesn’t seem to care about

them. He is focused on appeasing a vocal minority and not helping those who need it.


It is a grave mistake to pass this.

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It is a grave mistake to pass this.


Strongly oppose anti-trans policy

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I am a pediatrician and the parent of both a non-binary child and cis-gender children.  I strrongly oppose the proposed policy that would reverse the trans-inclusive policies currently in place.  The proposed policy creates a hostile schoool environment for our children and is causing a significant amount of distress for my child and others who also need our support.  Hatred has no place in our schools.  Please reconsider this policy and allow our children to learn and grow in accepting environments.


Support Trans Youth

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I support trans youth and do not support changes to the current Virginia model school policy


Support- No MALE should compete in GIRL's SPORTS! NOT SAFE!!!

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To those who are up for re-election.....

You can say goodbye to your seat... After refusing to bring a bill to the floor to keep biological males out of girls sports, a female high-school volleyball player has suffered traumatic neck and brain injuries from a spike to the face from a transgender athlete...

Thank you Governor Youngkin!


Proposed policy is not healthy !

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Parents want their children above all to be safe and to have the opportunity to realize their full potential. They cannot feel safe and have the ability to express who they are in an atmosphere of non acceptance and shaming. The policy recently released by the Youngkin Administration and the Virginia Board of Education would create an unhealthy environment for transgender children and would  encourage bullying and mistreatment on the part of classmates. This is not a healthy atmosphere for anyone!
I strongly object to this policy.
Thank you,

Chad Oba


Stick with the 2021 Guidance

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I think we'd all be better off keeping the 2021 guidance, calming down, and allowing teachers, school administrators, etc use their professional judgement locally.


Strongly Oppose!

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<div>I strongly oppose the governor’s plan regarding transgender and non-binary students in VA.  </div>


Worst Governor Ever

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Stop playing tug-of-war with these kids, it is cruel. Do you really expect these kids to change what bathroom they use in the middle of a school year?

That probably won't get you to a win in 2024. Just saying.


Strongly oppose this policy

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I oppose this policy because it is a threat to the safety of trans and nonbinary students.


Oppose transgender youth discrimination

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<p>Why is this petition and comment period even needed - midterms will send a message as well.  </p>


Strongly oppose Youngkin's policy that goes against what mental health, and medical professionals ad

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<p>The proposed policies seek to erase trans and nonbinary youth from the classroom and create a hostile and dangerous school environment. They restrict restroom access and sports participation for transgender and nonbinary students, require faculty and staff to “out” trans and nonbinary students to their parents, and prohibit teachers and staff from supporting trans students in a range of ways, including blocking them from using a student’s affirming name and pronouns. </p>


Fully support Youngkin

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<p>It's not transphobia, it is common sense legislation that protects children and strengthens parental rights. Biological boys should never be on the girls sports teams, and should never share the same bathroom or locker room and vice versa. </p>


Strongly oppose

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<p>This legislation is a violation of transgender students' basic human rights.  It is in direct violation of the counseling profession's ethical code and mental health guidelines.  </p>


Strongly Oppose Changes to Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students

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The rights of transgender and non-binary Virginians (regardless of age) are just are critical  and worthy of support as the rights of every other Virginian. It is the responsibility of the government to protect those rights against the potential for discriminatory practices - whether the discrimination stems from school officials, or even parents themselves. I strongly oppose the proposed changes to the Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia’s Public Schools, as these changes can endanger trans- and non-binary youth in particular, placing them in unnecessarily vulnerable and unsupported positions. Schools can and should be a safe haven when other places (e.g. home) are not. This type of change goes against the role that government should play, and I ask that it will be wholly rejected.


I oppose this policy

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<p>As the aunt of a trans child and a member of the LGBTQIA + community, I oppose this policy as it will unduly harm young people. The suicide rate among LGBTQIA+ youth is high abd they deseve to be fully accepted for who they are and have their rights protected </p>


Protect Biological Girls Rights in Bathrooms & Sports

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Keep biological males out of female sports and female bathrooms.

Because science matters. You can't deny the science of a male's ability to be stronger than a female!


Kids need nuclear families with a strong masculine father presence.

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<p>Our society wouldn't have a generation of confused kids if these children had masculine fathers present in their lives. </p>


Prefer current policy in effect. The proposed document is fear-based and misguided.

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Reading the 2 policies side by side...the one currently in effect is well-researched and thoughtful. Youngkin's just throws in anything that legally allows a lack of support for these students. It promotes fear of nonbinary and transgender kids. Are these kids protected should they choose to call their teachers by whatever pronouns they feel like? That should be protected according to this, so I say they do it, if this is passed. Shameful that with everything going in the world people are supporting more MAGA fear, hate and discrimination rather than logic, caring and...let's face it...intelligence and reason. Good Christian values, eh?

The current policy should remain in effect. Fearful parents need to grow up and educate themselves instead of destroying public education for all.


Strongly Oppose Suggested Changes

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<p>These proposed model policies are contrary to state law and will be extremely harmful to transgender and nonbinary kids. Protect trans and nonbinary kids. RESCIND these model policies. </p>


We should be protecting ALL our children not a few.

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We should be protecting ALL our children not a few, this law will hurt many people.  I oppose it.


I support trans youth and oppose this harmful proposal

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Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia’s Public Schools

I oppose this harmful proposal, that reverses evidence-based best practice trans-inclusive policies.


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The proposed policies seek to erase trans and nonbinary youth from the classroom and create a hostile and dangerous school environment. They restrict restroom access and sports participation for transgender and nonbinary students, require faculty and staff to “out” trans and nonbinary students to their parents, and prohibit teachers and staff from supporting trans students in a range of ways, including blocking them from using a student’s affirming name and pronouns.

As the partner of a woman who is trans, these policies negatively impact my day-to-day life. My partner's identity is continuously under attack in public forums and politics. Please consider how policies like these negatively impact the mental health of our young people, their safety and well being is being compromised.


Fully support Gov. Youngkin

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<p>The schools should stop making parents the enemies and teaching kids how to keep secrets from their parents. Who loves their children more than their own parents? Are there abusive parents, yes, but we need to make laws to protect those kids in those situations. Not group all parents into one category and teach children to deceive. </p>


Protect and Love our Biological Girls! I fully Support Gov Youngkin!

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All you have to is READ these 2  articles to protect Biological Girls in sports and in bathrooms! Thank you Governor Youngkin!


OPPOSE ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION

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This is a policy of hate - and creating a dangerous environment for children.

If you consider this type of discrimination, what's next?  Aren't we supposed to be setting an example for children?  Yet, with this type of legislation, you are doing nothing more than teaching them hate and intolerance?  Disgusting is all I can say, and sad that this is even being debated.


I am completely opposed.

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I am completely opposed.


Strongly oppose

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I very strongly oppose the Board of Education's proposed policy regarding transgender students. The policy notes: All students have the right to attend school in an environment free from discrimination, harassment, or bullying. However, the policy itself bullies, harasses, and discriminates against transgender students (and all students, really) by not allowing students to choose the name they wish to be called or the pronouns they identify with. My own son goes by a nickname - your policy would insist that no one in the school could call him Drew without me specifically stating that you may call him that. I myself changed the informal spelling of my first name (Kelly) while in high school (to Kellye) because there were so many Kellys in my grade and I wanted to assert my own individuality. Your policy would have made that spelling change impossible. Both of these examples lead me to wonder - who would be hurt by not allowing those names (Drew's and mine)? Would the staff? teachers? other students? No. The only ones hurt would have been Drew and me. We would have been the ones discriminated against by the very policy that includes my right not to be discriminated against. Surely you see the lack of logic?!

Also, ALL students deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. ALL students deserve to be cared for and loved. I have seen that care in many of the teachers and staff who have supported my three sons throughout their years in VA Public Schools. Many, many parents also have deep love and respect for their children. However, not all children receive care and love in their homes. As kids and teens explore their own identity - their God-given identity ("God created humanity in God’s own image" [Genesis 1.27]; "We are what God has made us, created in Christ Jesus to do good things." [Ephesians 2.10]) - too many experience exclusion, discrimination, harassment, and bullying from the very people who should be holding them in love. Some parents are not actually "in the best position to work with their children." Please do not add to the pain these kids experience by not allowing them to speak for themselves.

Please remove this policy guidance. In your efforts to protect and support students, the policy would harm trans students and others in the LGBTQIA+ community.


Support keeping girls safe at school. Thank you governor.

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This isn't a change. People have been using the bathrooms of their genders since the beginning of time. We don't want to be involved in these fantasy worlds. Keep our children out of it.


Do not discriminate against transgenders

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<p>Discrimination is wrong!  Equality is right!  Transgender people deserve equal treatment. </p>


Transgender Student Policy

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<p>I oppose the Govenor's misguided proposed changes on the policy on transgender students. Do not stigmatize and discriminate one of the most vulnerable classes of people. Keep the current affirming policies in place. </p>


I oppose the proposed changes. Laws need to ensure our children’s safety, protection, and freedom

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Every parent hopes our laws will ensure our children’s safety, protection, and freedom. But the Virginia Department of Education is rejecting those values and advancing a policy that would target trans and nonbinary kids for bullying and mistreatment just because of who they are.

To the Governor and Department of Education, I affirm that #TransYouthBelongVA

Hate does not belong in Virginia schools –  transgender and nonbinary students deserve the safety to thrive, no matter where they are.


Stop playing politics

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Stop playing politics with the lives and health of children. You're pandering to adult prejudice to win higher office and throwing the kids under the bus. Cruelty seems to be the new policy of the GOP.


Education policy

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If you think it is a good idea to allow a teenager (or younger) to make a decision that will affect and alter the rest of their lives,  would you trust them as well to handle your retirement fund.

Not sure why anyone would want to hide something of such significance.  It seems like those most responsible for the child's wellbeing (aka .. parents) should be involved in a permanent life altering decision.

I stand with Governor Youngkin.

John Robertson


In support of trans and nonbinary youth

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Every parent hopes our laws will ensure our children’s safety, protection, and freedom. But the Virginia Department of Education is rejecting those values and advancing a policy that would target trans and nonbinary kids for bullying and mistreatment just because of who they are.

The proposed policies seek to erase trans and nonbinary youth from the classroom and create a hostile and dangerous school environment. They restrict restroom access and sports participation for transgender and nonbinary students, require faculty and staff to “out” trans and nonbinary students to their parents, and prohibit teachers and staff from supporting trans students in a range of ways, including blocking them from using a student’s affirming name and pronouns.

This is not a compassionate or just way to treat children--or anyone. Hate does not belong in Virginia schools; transgender and nonbinary students deserve the safety to thrive, no matter where they are.


These changes will harm my child and others. I oppose Youngkin's policy.

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<p>As a mother of a transgender teen, with friends and family of all ages who are transgender or nonbinary, I strongly oppose Youngkin's changes. The mental health of our children, the lives of our children, are at stake. Follow the science and recommendations of trusted sources, not those with only political gain in mind. Let's keep Virginia on the forefront of policies that support our children not scare then into not existing. </p>


School board at LCPS allowed multiple sexual assaults thanks to bathroom policy-

Albemarle and Montgomery co- this is what you have to look forward to

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Coming your way to the woke school boards. Rise up parents.


Protect our children-Thank you Governor

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<p>Thank you governor for your work to put parents and children first. Keep our children safe in schools and ensure that bathrooms/locker rooms are safe spaces for our girls! please continue your administrations good work. SWVA is with you! </p>


Transgender policy

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I fully support Gov. Younkin's proposed changes because I fully support parent's rights. Our public schools are no place for this social agenda.


Teaching Kids What They Feel Doesn't Matter

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<p>By ignoring what a child is feeling because YOU are uncomfortable with it simply is teaching them that adults, specifically the government, does NOT care about them. Not everyone fits in your convenient mold. Those that don't you belittle and degenerate. I would support any child trying to discover who and what they are. By refusing to do this you subject them to suicide and drug use. </p>


Gov Younkin's policy promotes compassion and inclusivity for ALL students.

Concerned parent of 'different-abled' student

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The arguments about Gov Youngkin's policy not supporting inclusivity are non-sensical.  His policy promotes compassion and inclusivity for ALL students.  Students who are struggling with various issues are to be respected.  The policy is not meant to end their struggles.  I suspect that even under the previous policy their struggles would continue.

Arguments threatening violence and name calling are bombastic (attention-getting and emotional).  Changing policy for these reasons would be irresponsible and foolish.

We live with a family member who is 'different'.  We cannot expect society to change to meet all of our desires.  We advocate for compassion and understanding of our issues and needs and then we find ways to move forward.  Our advocacy does not threaten others, it does not make demands and call names when demands are not met.  Our past successful advocacy efforts have educated others and come up with creative solutions that help as many people as possible, but we have never demanded that the school system change curriculum 'or else'.  We all grow and move forward when we work together.


You are the best governor ever. Thank you Governor Youngkin.

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Please keep fighting to protect our kids from predators on woke school boards.


Stop discriminating against girls

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Give girls back their bathrooms and sports teams.


Protect and Love Our Transgender Youth

Rev. Dr. Wendy Diane Isdell, Ph.D., D.D.

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I support all Virginia youth, including Transgender, Bi, and Gay individuals.  The Bible teaches us to love all people.  I believe that a loving God urges to accept all people, regardless of their orientation.  There is nothing lost by accepting these young people for who they are, and who they want to be.  There is only fear and fear-mongering behind these oppressive and dangerous policies, which put young people at the mercy of sometimes misunderstanding and sometimes-hurtful politicians.  Please allow these young people to express themselves as they need to be.  I am a voter and a taxpaying Virginian.  I have served on school boards in the past.  I find it is essentially important for us to accept Transgender youth as part of our developing, American culture.  There is nothing new about Transgenderism; historical records show the inclination goes back to Egypt, and probably to the roots of human society.  The change today is simply that, for the first time in centuries, our culture has become open enough for Trans people to emerge into the public view.  This is not something to be feared, but to be embraced.  Why should we try to shove them back into the proverbial closet?  That is not the right way.  Instead, Jesus would say, "Love thy neighbor."


Dangerous nonsense has no place in schools

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How is it we are even having this discussion?  The delusions of sick minorities are some-how dictating society - classic "tail wag the dog."  Certainly, any sane person would consider such an argument a bad joke, yet here we are - or... maybe the only thing that it could logically be, is a ploy to distract people from the real problems of a completely and totally failed education system.  A system so perversely twisted that it is literally a danger and detriment to submit a child or anyone to it!

Thus, I challenge legislation to get past these fantastical social delusions and lets act on rebuilding a school system that doesn't harm children and society.

End political idealiology training and the influence of social media

End distractions (such as cell phones)

create an environment of Critical Thinking

teach on fact based evidence

Make teachers actually teach (and in the classroom)

Encourage debate and discourse


Strongly oppose.


Keep Our Schools Clean

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<p>Please keep trans gender topics, special exceptions, sexual topics, and guidance/ school secrecy (regarding kids and what parents will be told) out of our schools. The school environment is no place for these topics.  The number of trans gender individuals is not nearly as many as the majority.  There is no need to mess with the minds of children on these topics. Just like in all the years before, if a child is having difficulty in an area or has a concern, that can be addressed individually.  There is no need to single out and set apart a separate policy for those CHILDREN that suffer from the mental illness of gender dysphoria like it should be the norm and is acceptable.  It is very sad that we are even having to respond to this topic. </p>


Fully Support Gov Youngkin in the protection of Biological Girls & Women's Rights!

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Thank you for supporting biological girls and women's Rights in bathrooms and sports!

Keep fighting for us! People seem to lose sight that men are taking over what women have fought so hard for for centuries. It's a sad day to be a woman and have men infiltrate our Rights.


Virginia Policy update of Parental Right

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I support Governor Glenn Youngkin proposal to overhaul the Virginia Department of Education transgender policy mandates on public schools and replacing them with regulations that restore parental rights and protection the First Amendment rights of students and staff.


Restore Parental Rights

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Teachers and counselors in school have the obligation to educate and counsel regarding academics, not sex.  Teachers, who often run clubs and counsel students, are not qualified or trained to impart guidance regarding a student's gender or sexual questions.  Teachers have no right or basis to assume that parents will mistreat their own child because the parent and child disagree.

These same teachers and counselors most likely oppose the reported genital mutilation of middle eastern girls, yet they push for the mutilation of American children.


Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

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It has become clear that there is a disconnect between children, parents, and politicians. Politicians say things like, “We need to protect the children,” and then turn around and devise policies that sow distrust in children. Being gay, lesbian, trans, or bisexual (amongst other identities) is as much of a choice as the color of our skin—it isn’t. Some children grow up in household that are strongly religious and they don’t feel safe at home because their parents and religious leaders  spout things such as: “God hates fags,” “Gays will burn in hell,” “Being gay is an abomination,” etc… It is teachers that provide spaces where children can and should feel safe and free to be unapologetically themselves. Free of shame and judgement. Free from fear.

To put policies in effect that would forcibly cause children to come out of the proverbial closet when they aren’t ready, in a situation they are afraid of, we risk losing them to suicide. We risk them being bullied, ostracized, and ridiculed by their peers, parents, religious leaders, and others. If we actually want kids to be safe we should be offering children those safe spaces, the classrooms, and the teachers that will treat them as humans. The teachers that will call them by their preferred name, use their preferred pronouns, and will be supportive as they go through life. I firmly believe that it takes a village to raise children into sensible and respectful adults. If these policies are adopted we strip that village away. We strip children of safety.

The policies in question are wrong, and the politicians who created them are an embarrassment to the Commonwealth of Virginia.

and to those who want to keep pedophiles away from children: start by staying away from religious institutions, then listen to your children about the uncle they don’t like, or maybe grandpa is a little too handsy with them. Maybe big brother isn’t the best brother. Most of the time, the predator is in the family.


Stop bullying trans kids

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<p>If you truly cared about keeping children safe then you would stop trying to pass laws that bully them. Trans kids are still KIDS. They aren't hurting anyone by wanting to be their authentic selves. Laws like this will drive trans kids to suicide. </p>


SUPPORT TRANS RIGHTS

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Trans students should be allowed to get an aducation in a safe environment just like everyone else


Give your balls a tug, tit er!!!

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Give your balls a tug, tit er!!!

You think passing this bill will help trans kids? Give your balls a tug, tit er!!!

You think everyone will be better off by passing this bill? Give your balls a tug, tit er!!!

Stick your policies up your ass!!!  you, Glen Youngkin. I took your mom out behind the muffler shop for a squeezer and that’s what I had to do- squeeze her, because she’s so big I couldn’t fit her in my truck any other way.


Strongly oppose

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I strongly oppose the proposed model policies aimed at transgender and nonbinary youth. These policies will have a detrimental effect on the well-being and mental health of many children. It's unacceptable.


I have mixed feelings but agree it’s dangerous for boys to play on girl’s teams.

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I think all kids deserve love and support regardless of their gender and sexual preferences. I also believe that biological males should not ply on girl’s sports teams or be able to use their locker rooms and bathrooms. Treat each other with love!


Fully SUPPORT Girls & Women's Rights in Bathrooms & Sports!

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I fully SUPPORT you in protecting girls and women's rights in bathrooms and sports!

Thank you Governor Youngkin!


Support Gov Youngkin's Policy - School is not the parent

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I support Governor Youngkin's policy to inform parents if a school child shows symptoms of gender dysphoria.  Allowing or encouraging a child to adopt a different identity at school that is kept from the parents is wrong and should not be tolerated.  The Governor's policy reflects this basic fact that parents and not the school are the authority over their minor aged children.


STRONGLY OPPOSE!

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Trans rights are human rights.
Protect our trans kids!


Only an absolute pervert would advocate for boys to use girls locker rooms and shower facilities.

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You know who you are. Leave the kids out of your perverted agendas.


NC school votes to forfeit games vs. rival after transgender athlete seriously injures player

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Thank you Governor Youngkin for keeping girls and women SAFE!!

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why are you trying to maximize suffering? it does not benefit you at all to bully these children


We Don't Hate LGBT+

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I believe the overwhelming majority have no issues with anyone's lifestyle. I am for parental control over these matters in this context, but that doesn't mean we'll discriminate against anyone not aligning with our beliefs in gender. Seems that's the mantra somehow.


What the hell is a furry? Liberals have seriously lost their minds!!!!!!

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The libs now have kids dressing up and identifying as cats? You really can’t make this stuff up!!! Thank you governor for being the adult in the room.


Absolutely Abhorrent

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The language used in this document barely holds up in a vacuum. There are always going to be neglectful and abusive parents. This not only gives a terrifying amount of control to those parents, but will actively put kids lives in danger. This document will make it the schools responsibility to put those kids lives in danger. It will be against the law to protect a child's life. It's shameful that so many are in favor of such an unethical misuse of public education. Human rights apply to children. Kids should not have to live in fear.


Disgusting, Evil, Strongly Oppose. Anyone who supports this is evil and an idiot.

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How highly disgusting of the people who lead this state that they would take it upon themselves to bring more harm to children! Scientific studies show that we need to support and uplift transgender children, not oppose them. Would you want your son to commit suicide because his school insists on referring to him with she/her pronouns, his dead name, and forces him to use a bathroom that does not match his gender identity? Would you want your daughter to cut her wrists because her school insists on referring to her with he/him pronouns, her dead name, and forces her to use the male bathroom, which could put her in danger? Would you want your non-binary child to self-harm and/or commit suicide because no one will support them for how they truly are? It’s time we fight back against these Monsters in Office and put them in their place: prison. We should not allow government to decide what is and isn’t best for our children. If you agree with the governor’s actions, you probably would’ve been on Hitler’s side in the Holocaust. “Don’t give me that,” — Oh, I struck a nerve, did I? The only reason you say that is because you had education guide you away from hate based on race. We must do the same thing and have education guide people away from hate based on sex and gender identity. If y’all don’t heed our warning, then you can’t blame us when your child self-harms or commits suicide. Please understand the weight of what you could push upon your children by not supporting transgender rights.

Transgender adults were transgender children at one point in time, but for one reason or another, they hid who they were. You’ve already used the men’s room with transgender girls being forced to use the male restroom. You’ve already used the women’s room with transgender boys being forced to use the female restroom. This governor is corrupt in his ways and so are their supporters. I don’t condone the passing of this bill. Each person’s gender identity is for each person to decide for themselves, not for others.

If you read all the way through this comment and still disagree, do not reply. You’re not worth my time and won’t see a reply from me.