Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Lisa Bell
1609 Renmark Rd
Richmond, VA 23229

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Lisa Bell
<br />1609 Renmark Rd<br />Richmond, VA 23229<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148634077" width="1" height="1" />


I am strongly opposed.


Protect Emotionally Vulnerable Children and Parental Rights!

Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Theresa Filipek
25811 Southwind Rd
Warrenton, MO 63383

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Theresa Filipek
<br />25811 Southwind Rd<br />Warrenton, MO 63383<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148633982" width="1" height="1" />


Strongly support protecting parents and students!

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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. 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. I strongly support these policies!


No


Strongly Support Gov Youngkin!!

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<p>Finally common sense!! </p>


I SUPPORT

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Simply put, God given authority has been given to parents over their children, NOT governments, agencies, boards, or other individuals. Exodus 20:12 says, "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the LORD your God is giving you." It's repeated again in Ephesians 6:1, "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. "Honor your father and mother," which is the first commandment with  promise: "that it may be well with you and that you may live long on the earth." You are disrespecting and disregarding this truth and sincerely held belief if you vote against this bill regarding parental rights.

As a parent and Christian, I implore you to support this bill.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Susan Golino
Dorchester St
Bakersfield, CA 93311

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Susan Golino
<br />Dorchester St<br />Bakersfield, CA 93311<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148633754" width="1" height="1" />


Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students

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I fully support these policies.  Parents are the primary educators of their children.


Strongly Support Common Sense

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Thank you Governor Youngkin for embracing common sense: parents have authority and responsibility for their children, boys and girls are biologically different and should be treated as such, and all students and teachers should be able to express these truths. Teachers and administrators have way overstepped their bounds in undermining the parent-child relationship, I'm glad to see this common sense policy rectify that.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Behare Zweig
8300 Hancock Ct
Gainesville, VA 20155

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Behare Zweig
<br />8300 Hancock Ct<br />Gainesville, VA 20155<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148633448" width="1" height="1" />


I fully oppose this.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Jennifer Muccianti
942 School Ct
Round Lake, IL 60073

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Jennifer Muccianti
<br />942 School Ct<br />Round Lake, IL 60073<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148633394" width="1" height="1" />


Supporting reasonable laws that protect children from political agendas

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I support the proposed changes to the state's guidance on transgender student policies. As parents, we consent to drivers training without controversy, we take legal responsibility for health, financial, and educational expectations of our child without controversy. We lovingly provide their insurance, food, shelter and guidance in all other arenas in life with the expectation that it is good and right that they do.  We recognize they are too young to purchase cigarettes, alcohol, vote, or even drive at night, but then think that parental guidance and consent should not extend to matters of sexuality? That is incongruent.

Scientifically, we know that the brain doesn't fully develop until the mid 20s for most people. We know that the teenage mind is surging with hormones and dramatic changes that will span through young adulthood. Biologically, we know that male and female is hardwired into our DNA, X and/or Y chromosomes, and no amount of psychotherapy, drugs or surgeries can alter it. With all of this knowledge that is fact, why would we encourage an emotionally unstable child to desire to be something their bodies will never truly allow them to be, while simultaneously exposing the vast majority of fellow students to uncomfortable situations where they are asked to deny their own empirical senses and affirm another person's self-delusions.

Allowing male anatomy to be displayed in a female bathroom is public indecency, not tolerance. Allowing naturally stronger, testosterone-riddled male bodies to compete in women's sports makes a mockery of the efforts and training our daughters put into their athletics.  I mentor a robotics team and so many students I have talked to who question their gender do so on a false premise that their interests are masculine or feminine, therefore they must be as well. False classifications of activities that appeal to men and women alike should not be precursors for false assumptions about our immutable biological identities.

Schools should focus on facts and let the political wish casting play out in the adult public arena.  Thank you for seeking to protect our children from becoming pawns of adult political positioning.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Louis Giannetto
29 Birch Dr
Freehold, NJ 07728

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Louis Giannetto
<br />29 Birch Dr<br />Freehold, NJ 07728<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148633244" width="1" height="1" />


In Support of the Policies Protecting the Rights of Parents w Vulnerable Children w Gender Dysphoria

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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 their 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 bathrooms that correspond to their sex. Single-user bathrooms and facilities should be 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.


Support parental rights

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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.


Ann Marie Barrett (LCPS counselor) arrested for sexual relationship with transgender student

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Let the counselors handle it? Reject parental involvement? Perverts!


Only perverts think boys should be able to go into little girl’s bathrooms and locker rooms.


Protect Emotionally Vulnerable Children and Parental Rights

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<p>Everything I read indicates that the Youngkin administration wants to give parents rights to influence/control their children's education.  However, it would appear that this only applies to a certain group of parents and/or students.  The administration appears to think that transgender students don't deserve their protection, even at this most vulnerable time in their lives.  Their parents are trying desperately to care for their children and protect them in all situations, and yet this administration doesn't seem to think that the needs and and desires of these parents deserve help and protection either. All students regardless of their sexual orientation should be able to attend public schools that make them feel safe and protected.  Yet this administration appear to do just the opposite.  Just because the Christian right, as well as Governor Youngkin don't agree with their sexual orientation, these are public schools, not private ones, like the Governor's children attended.  It should not be the right of the government to pick and choose which parents and/or children to protect in a public school setting.  All of these parents are paying taxes to support VA schools, regardless of their religion, sexual orientation or any other designation of them or their children.  VA public schools are not there to only serve Christian parents and students.  Also please be aware that many Christian parents and property tax payers believe that these vulnerable children should be protected from government intimidation like this.  It's only a small, but very vocal segment of Christian religions that would support this proposal.  It's certainly not what my Methodist church teaches or supports.  Perhaps a better motto for VA schools would be "first do no harm". </p>


100% support these pro-parent, pro-family policies

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100% support for these pro-parent, pro-family policies. Enough is enough!


You would be a fool to not agree with this policy

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100% yes for Youngkins policy, these are pur children!


Support these new policies protecting parents rights & their children struggling w/gender dysphoria

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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 their 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.


Yes with Youngkin

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I support Governor Youngkins policy


I am completely opposed.

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I am completely opposed.


Henry David Thoreau said ...

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<p>In an unjust society the only place for a just man is in prison.  </p>


This is what the people voted for!!!!!

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Never felt stronger about backing a policy change as this one. Some of you people need to be reminded that this state voted for CHANGE, your OPINION doesn't mean more than anyone else's. Accept that the MAJORITY of people do NOT agree with you. Thank you youngkin!


If liberal women weren’t so intolerable, there would be a dad helping to raise these kids.

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<p>A nuclear family with a strong masculine figure would eradicate all of these kids that are confused about their genders. </p>


There’s a new sheriff in town. The indoctrination days are over.

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we want our kids to be taught math and science and to be receive a decent education. I am glad that will be coming again soon.


I support

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I support the governor’s plan. The state and public schools are not not replacements for families and their values. The political sexualization of our children is a leftist policy that does not represent my family’s values.

I don’t want my tax dollars supporting a leftist ideology that subordinates the family to the whims of political fads and agendas.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Anna Linvill
310 N Wake St
Hillsborough, NC 27278

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Anna Linvill
<br />310 N Wake St<br />Hillsborough, NC 27278<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632770" width="1" height="1" />


Highly support Gov. Youngkin's policy

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<p>Please do not shut out parents when they send their child to school.  Schools do not know and care best for our children.  Choosing to go Trans is a huge life change.  Parents need to be involved.  </p>


Allow parents to parent!

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<p>Allow parents to parent their children and not the government. I support everything that Gov. Youngkin and his administration are doing to protect parental rights! </p>


Do not do this.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Sharon Moore
730 Emerald Hill Dr NE
Leesburg, VA 20176

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Sharon Moore
<br />730 Emerald Hill Dr NE<br />Leesburg, VA 20176<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632573" width="1" height="1" />


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Tiffanie Upshaw
6367 Ellenwood Ave
Clayton, MO 63105

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Tiffanie Upshaw
<br />6367 Ellenwood Ave<br />Clayton, MO 63105<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632469" width="1" height="1" />


Trans teachers might quit making the shortage worse? I hear that are hiring in CA.

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If you are looking for a society without rules, CA is a great place to live. They love for you to indoctrinate their children.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Jan Dacre
220 Carreg Cain
Granville, OH 43023

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Jan Dacre
<br />220 Carreg Cain<br />Granville, OH 43023<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632458" width="1" height="1" />


Christianity is not the only religion.

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Many other religions believe that there is an intersex or third gender. Your discrimination is apparent here. Our teenage children are old enough to determine their own religion, they do not need yours pressured upon them.

Teach your children tolerance, compassion, acceptance. Not to say things like “your hair cut makes you look like a lesbian” smh


VDOE - You ready for a worse teacher shortage???

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Be prepared for the mass exodus like in other states who have adopted anti-lgbtq+ policies.

Schools right now don’t even have enough SUBSTITUTES to cover all of the empty positions as it is.

Good Luck, youngkin.

all you transphobic / homophobic people can just become teachers instead.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Adriadna Urcia
16 Glenside Dr
Gouldsboro, PA 18424

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Adriadna Urcia
<br />16 Glenside Dr<br />Gouldsboro, PA 18424<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632387" width="1" height="1" />


VA Gov Youngkin's New Transgender Policy

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I support Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's policy to overhaul the Virginia Department of Education transgender policy mandates on public schools.


This model is cruel and unfounded.

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<p>I work with all kinds of children. They each deserve the right to their own identity. This model punishes children, the parents and friends of trans children, and the ethos of our school systems. </p>


This is not about parents rights, it’s clearly anti-lgbtq+ and it shows.

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This encroaches on a protected class of people’s rights.

IF THIS WAS ABOUT PARENTS RIGHTS…. Then parents would be supportive and step in to help support their own kids.


I Support New Proposed Policies

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  I support the new proposed policies.

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 their 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.


Strongly oppose proposed policy on transgender students

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<p>Those in support of the proposed policy have nothing to lose from an equitable, respectful, informed, and open-minded approach to trans-identity.  Transgender students have everything to lose from forced access to facilities inconsistent with their identify and from prohibited school staff's reference to these students' own designated name and gender. </p>


Protect Emotionally Vulnerable Children and Parental Rights!

Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Kathy Ulrich
233 Habitat Cir
Windsor, CO 80550

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Kathy Ulrich
<br />233 Habitat Cir<br />Windsor, CO 80550<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632232" width="1" height="1" />


Just read some of these “AGREE” comments… smh

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My comment - in response to the comment below.

It’s creepy that teachers have become so involved in kid’s lives???

is creepy about ensuring that your student doesn’t get conversion therapy from their homophobic overly Christian parents?? Let’s take my 18 year old student for example… this kid is quitting school right now because their parents disapprove of their looks. Not even about being trans or gay. BECAUSE THEY DRESS DIFFERENT.

just wow… y’all think we’re maliciously and inappropriately handling these students… when in reality y’all have NEVER BEEN a teacher and have NO CLUE what you’re talking about.

An person who agree’s comment:
“We send our kids to school to learn from teachers- not to think like them

It’s really creepy that teachers have become so involved in kid’s lives to the point that they reject parental involvement. Thank you Governor”


This will bring harm to trans kids.

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This will bring harm to trans kids.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Barbara Costas
1030 Randolph St
Oak Park, IL 60302

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Barbara Costas
<br />1030 Randolph St<br />Oak Park, IL 60302<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632124" width="1" height="1" />


OPPOSED. Have you heard about the teacher shortage?

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If you actually care about the children in school, perhaps you should look into this ongoing shortage of teachers & school staff. Passing this will be marginalizing every trans teacher in the state.

My county (PW) is still hundreds of teachers short. Do you think trans teachers should be forced to come to work after you pass a LAW saying their entire existence doesn't belong in schools?!?!

People aren't rushing to colleges to get teaching degrees. They have no interest in all that responsibility for next to no money but tons of abuse. How many travel teachers are tax payers paying top dollar for because teachers are quitting in record #'s?????

WHAT'S NEXT?!?!

This "law" is unjust & discriminatory.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Karolyn Morrison
2524 W Flower Ave
Fullerton, CA 92833

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Karolyn Morrison
<br />2524 W Flower Ave<br />Fullerton, CA 92833<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148632005" width="1" height="1" />


Support

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I support Governor Youngkin's policy.


Strongly Support

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I strongly support Governor Youngkin's policy to protect the rights of all parents, while at the same time protecting children.


Please protect our children and protect parental rights

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<p>Please do not allow our school staff to remove parental rights. Schools can't dispense medication without parental/guardian consent. The whole gwnder transition movement is so new. We don't know how these changes to a child's gender will affect their adult lives. Children's brains are not fully developed until mid 20's as I understand it. We need to focus on respecting each child  and nituring them to grow and mature. As we learn more about the gender issues being brought forward in society, let's please concentrate on raising our children in respectful accepting environments. </p>


I vehemently oppose this bill

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I completely 100% oppose of this proposal. Not only is it unconscionable, it is incredibly dangerous. Transgender and nonbinary youth are already a high risk group in regards to suicide and suicidal ideation. If this bill were to go through, youth suicide rates would go through the roof. What these kids need are loving, supportive places. Unfortunately, most children don't find these loving, supportive places at home and school is deemed their only safe space (that is, if they are fortunate enough to not have to deal with bullying from homophobic peers). With the passing of this bill, that would not only change, but it would out those transgender and non-binary kids to not only unsupportive parents, but also to unsupportive and ABUSIVE parents. Some of these kids get beaten on a regular basis and homophobic parents finding out that their child is trans or nonbinary could send them into a tailspin. Not only is this proposal ethically and morally wrong, but it is intentionally putting a large portion of these children in harm's way.

Also, how is it that the GOP counts a fetus as human enough to take priority over that of the mother, yet when it comes to a child's gender identity, the "rights" of a parent take priority over that of the child? It makes no sense. This proposal not only removes protections for transgender and nonbinary children, but it stigmatizes and undermines their dignity. Growing up is hard and not allowing children to be who they are just makes it that much harder for them. I don't experience my child's life. They do. Therefore, the pronoun or name they prefer to go by is not my choice.

Not only as a parent, but as a human being, I beg of you to reject this proposal. If not, the blood of the kids who not only die by suicide, but by the hand of their parent(s) will be on your hands.

Signed,

A fearful parent of a nonbinary teen


We send our kids to school to learn from teachers- not to think like them

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<p>It’s really creepy that teachers have become so involved in kid’s lives to the point that they reject parental involvement. Thank you Governor. </p>


STRONGLY OPPOSE

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All students should feel safe and supported in schools.  This guidance regarding trans youth is wrong.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Alicia Willard
1554 Danny Bell Rd
Asheboro, NC 27205

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Alicia Willard
<br />1554 Danny Bell Rd<br />Asheboro, NC 27205<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148631745" width="1" height="1" />


I Support This Policy

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I support this policy 100%.  Restoring parental rights in the education and formation of our children is crucial.


Oppose.

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<p>Strongly opposed. </p>


OPPOSED. This is discrimination of a protected class. Can't wait till you get sued out of office.

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You seem to be rather clueless about what goes on in schools.

I can't wait to volunteer for trans rights groups that will sue the hate right outta you. Trans students are a PROTECTED CLASS. Google it if you're unsure what that means.

"It's a law for a reason". Uh huh. Just because some hateful moron happens to wins an election, doesn't mean the "laws" you might create are just laws.

GROW UP. This "law" is a devistating embarrassment. Which fits, because so are you.


This is a terrible policy decision.

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This is a terrible policy decision.


This will bring harm to trans kids.


Teachers just want to teach - not be required to report students

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Teachers just want to do their job. Youngkin needs to STOP saying we’re doing anything other than that.

We DONT want to sexualizes children - EW

We DONT want to be required to report children THAT SIMPLY ASK FOR A NICKNAME

We DONT want to tell people which bathroom to use.

We DONT want to see our most HISTORICALLY DOCUMENTED vulnerable students of 2022 to be harassed and hurt MORE THAN THEY ALREADY ARE.

We DONT want to watch yet another child be disowned, abused or killed for being gay or trans.


Thank you Governor Youngkin

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I support the Governor’s new policy 100%


No oppose this.

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<p>Absolutely do not implement this. </p>


This is a VAST improvement

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While this is a vast improvement over the previous guidance, I think it may be important to emphasize the protection of students' religious, cultural, and other beliefs.  There is plenty of verbiage that specifically mentions the rights of transgendered students but other student rights seem to be in the catch all category of "all students."  I just think specific focus on not abusing the religious beliefs, cultures, rights etc. of every student should be given the same attention in the verbiage as the rights of transgendered students.  Maybe spelling out religious, cultural, and other beliefs as an example would help.


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Nancy Youtt
7 Taymax Rd
Westminster, MA 01473

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Nancy Youtt
<br />7 Taymax Rd<br />Westminster, MA 01473<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148631494" width="1" height="1" />


Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Sincerely,
Fred Mester
3250 Walton Blvd
Rochester Hills, MI 48309

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued "model policies" in 2021 that encouraged every school district in Virginia to hide a child's new gender identity from parents who choose to affirm the child's biological sex. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Fred Mester
<br />3250 Walton Blvd<br />Rochester Hills, MI 48309<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148631375" width="1" height="1" />


Thank you, Gov. Youngkin

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<p>Gov. Youngkin-  This is exactly why Virginians put you in office.  We, Virginians, want to see more policies like this that protect parents and children alike.  Thanks for being strong on the social issues. </p>


Support Parents' Rights!

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I support the proposed policies promulgated by the Youngkin Administration restoring parent’s rights. Simply put, rolling back the 2021 ‘Model Policies’ will honor the sacred role of parents in the care of their children as they know the needs of their children better than anyone. If children are struggling with gender dysphoria, they need guidance and emotional support from their 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.  In addition, student participation in sex-specific athletics, school activities and events should be determined by sex, (for overnight travel accommodations and locker rooms) and should use the bathrooms that correspond to their sex.

This is common sense and protects the fundamental religious liberty interests of personnel and students.  Please restore the role of parents in enacting these rules.


Keep bathrooms as they are!

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<p>Bathrooms should stay male and female. Genders are real so let’s stop this nongendered non binary madness and let schools be places of learning and not social agendas. </p>


Teachers aren’t against parental involvement… oppose this.

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We’re not against parent involvement, we’re against transphobia, homophobia, we’re against indoctrination into the white Christian agenda. We’re against being FORCED by law to report trans students to parents.

STOP SAYING that we’re against parents. We’re not against parents. We are against people indoctrinating 16,17,18 year olds - past the age of consent - past the age of a drivers license. OLD ENOUGH TO PREP FOR AND TRY OUT FOR THE MILITARY. we’re tired of parents who are cruel  and unsupportive. Ones who kick their children to the curb for far less than being gay or trans.

stop saying we’re trying to hide things from parents. Stop saying we’re trying to push our own agenda on these kids.

DO YALL NOT REALIZE MANY OF THESE PEOPLE (especially where I work as a teacher) SAY THAT BEING AROUND A GAY PERSON MAKES YOU GAy!!!


Teachers are ALLOWED to teach and no more- stay in your lane

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Sexualizing children is child abuse and will be reported as such. There is a new sheriff in town.


Support for model policies that protect Emotionally Vulnerable Children and Parental Right

Dear Virginia Dept of Education,

Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children.

Living in Minnesota I am disheartened by our Department of Education's disregard for protecting vulnerable children and protecting parental rights. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.

The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians."

I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.

Thank you for leading the nation with these model policies that protect vulnerable children and the rights of parents. Remember the important role of eduction while also remembering a parent's right to direct the upbringing of their children.

Sincerely,
Ashley Schabilion
22302 Co Rd 5
Big Lake, MN 55309

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Dear Virginia Dept of Education,<br /><br />Schools should never secretly socially transition students and keep the child's new name, pronouns and gender identities from parents. I am pleased and relieved that the Virginia Department of Education's revised model policies support parental rights and ensure that school employees don't cut parents out of critical decisions for their children. <br /><br />Living in Minnesota I am disheartened by our Department of Education's disregard for protecting vulnerable children and protecting parental rights. Under Governor Youngkin's leadership, the VDOE's revised policies make it clear that all children should be valued and parents' rights and beliefs should be respected. The 2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for all Students and Parents in Virginia's Public Schools keep parents involved in major decisions in their children's lives.<br /><br />The 2021 VDOE "model policies" encouraged schools to create "a plan (that) may include addressing the student at school with their name and pronoun consistent with their gender identity while using the legal name and pronoun associated with the sex assigned at birth when communicating with parents or guardians." <br /><br />I strongly support the revised policies that end this practice. Virginia schools should not drive a wedge between parents and their emotionally vulnerable children. Virginia school districts, including those who have already communicated their plans to ignore the 2022 revised model policies, should put an end to secret Gender Support Plans now.<br /><br />Thank you for leading the nation with these model policies that protect vulnerable children and the rights of parents. Remember the important role of eduction while also remembering a parent's right to direct the upbringing of their children.<br /><br />Sincerely,
<br />Ashley Schabilion
<br />22302 Co Rd 5<br />Big Lake, MN 55309<br /><img src="http://admin.phone2action.com/email/open/leg/657523/148631103" width="1" height="1" />


If you agree with this, you have NEVER WORKED in a public school.

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I have parents of students who kick them out and disown them for FAR LESS than being trans.

your Christian agenda is going to kill children. It’s going to displace so many teenagers. So many will drop out or commit suicide. Stop just stop.


Teachers that reject parental involvement are suspect and should be investigated.

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Child abuse takes many forms. Please report teachers that groom children to the DOE! Society would appreciate you.


youngkin

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<p>We should out youngkin on how many young kids he has in his basement </p>


I Oppose This Guidance - it is harmful to students

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<p>Transgender students deserve a safe and equitable learning environment. Youngkin's policies threaten the safety and well-being of transgender students both at school and at home. Not all parents are accepting. It costs nothing to meet a person where they are. Do not impose this hateful policy that will only further stigmatize and endanger a group of students just trying to be themselves. </p>


YES!  Protect Girls and Their Sports

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My daughter is a very competitive swimmer in a Virginia school.  I don't want her going into a bathroom or locker room where boys could just walk in.  Why are Leftists attacking women/girls.  Treat those with gender dysphoria with care and counseling.  But stop with this madness!

Thank you, Governor Youngkin!


Congratulations Governor Youngkin- We elected you to restore parental rights. Do the right thing.

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Thank you for following through with your section promises


Youngkin can take his homophobic, transphobic self out of here.


Support parents

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<p>I fully support Governor Youngkin and his promise to respect parents. These dangerous policies that confuse emotionally charged and impressionable children only do harm—and the data around the world shows that. I refuse to let this crazy train continue on the path of destruction and fully support Governor Youngkin. God bless those standing up for parents and for what is right. </p>


Do not implement.

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At my school, even adults are harassed and discriminated against for being LGBTQ+ so how can this be good for anyone??

Research Shows New Policy Will Make Schools Less Safe for LGBTQ+ Youth

When transgender people are aware of anti-trans policies being introduced into their state, they report higher levels of discrimination, greater depressive symptoms, and a decreased sense of belonging.

Students experience better mental health outcomes when school officials respect their gender and use their chosen names.

Research shows that when transgender students feel more connected to their school, they are less likely to experience symptoms of anxiety and depression. Schools that adopt the Youngkin administration’s proposed policies will operationalize anti-trans policies and harassment.

All students deserve to feel safe, and transgender youth report being physically threatened or harmed at twice the rate of other student groups. Outing students will only increase this.

Having non-discrimination policies reduces LGBTQ+ bullying and increases the presence of positive mental and physical health indicators.


Oppose the New Policy

I am writing to express my opposition to the Virginia Department of Education “2022 Model Policies” which will reverse current protections for transgender youth. These policies are not evidence-based, nor based on best practices, and were not created with consultation from experts on the subject. Transgender youth are at substantial risk for mental illness, including depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and attempts, and self-harm. We need gender affirming services and interventions to support transgender youth. Some of these students live in non-supportive and even abusive home environments.

-LGBTQ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers (Johns et al., 2019; Johns et al., 2020).  These kids need feel safe, secure and supported with confidentiality by school staff as needed.

The proposed 2022 policies will negatively affect these students’ mental health because they:

- Require parental permission for a student to speak to a school counselor in any way about their gender, thus depriving students of a safe and confidential space to alleviate their distress-  Specifically exclude sexual orientation and gender identity from the “discrimination,harassment, and bullying” policy, exposing students to harmful situations-  At the request of parents, allow the school to designate an administrator or counselor to speak, together with the student’s parents, with any student regarding questions pertaining to gender, thus violating the student’s basic right to confidentiality-  Require teachers to mis-gender students due to an inability to change school records, creating distress for the student.
Please consider the negative impact the “2022 Model Policies” will have on our FCPS1 marginalized students and retain or enact policies that are consistent with the 2021 Model Policies.
Sincerely,

Dr. D. W. Patrick

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I am writing to express my opposition to the Virginia Department of Education “2022 Model Policies” which will reverse current protections for transgender youth. These policies are not evidence-based, nor based on best practices, and were not created with consultation from experts on the subject. Transgender youth are at substantial risk for mental illness, including depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and attempts, and self-harm. We need gender affirming services and interventions to support transgender youth. Some of these students live in non-supportive and even abusive home environments.

-LGBTQ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers (Johns et al., 2019; Johns et al., 2020).  These kids need feel safe, secure and supported with confidentiality by school staff as needed.

The proposed 2022 policies will negatively affect these students’ mental health because they:

- Require parental permission for a student to speak to a school counselor in any way about their gender, thus depriving students of a safe and confidential space to alleviate their distress
-  Specifically exclude sexual orientation and gender identity from the “discrimination,
harassment, and bullying” policy, exposing students to harmful situations
-  At the request of parents, allow the school to designate an administrator or counselor to speak, together with the student’s parents, with any student regarding questions pertaining to gender, thus violating the student’s basic right to confidentiality
-  Require teachers to mis-gender students due to an inability to change school records, creating distress for the student.

Please consider the negative impact the “2022 Model Policies” will have on our FCPS1 marginalized students and retain or enact policies that are consistent with the 2021 Model Policies.

Sincerely,

Dr. D. W. Patrick


Teacher says no

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No matter their race, genders, or where they come from, all students deserve the freedom to fully express their authentic selves free from harassment. Yet, Governor Youngkin’s new proposed guidelines target and stigmatize LGBTQ+ students, threatening their safety and well-being in schools.

Research Shows New Policy Will Make Schools Less Safe for LGBTQ+ Youth

When transgender people are aware of anti-trans policies being introduced into their state, they report higher levels of discrimination, greater depressive symptoms, and a decreased sense of belonging.

Students experience better mental health outcomes when school officials respect their gender and use their chosen names.

Research shows that when transgender students feel more connected to their school, they are less likely to experience symptoms of anxiety and depression. Schools that adopt the Youngkin administration’s proposed policies will operationalize anti-trans policies and harassment.

All students deserve to feel safe, and transgender youth report being physically threatened or harmed at twice the rate of other student groups. Outing students will only increase this.

Having non-discrimination policies reduces LGBTQ+ bullying and increases the presence of positive mental and physical health indicators.


vehemently OPPOSE the guidance

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I vehemently OPPOSE the guidance. I am a U.S. Navy veteran and know many wonderful trans people through my faith tradition. I am very concerned by this anti-trans rhetoric and I strongly urge the VDOE to reject the draft policy. For the children's own safety and wellbeing, it is important to have protections and guidelines that help create safe and inclusive environments for ALL youth. Trans kids deserve to be safe and feel safe. Period.